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Ficure 44.—\Christmas Candle ( Pedilanthus tithymaloides (L.) Poit.) 
ducing severe irritation and inflammation of the skin of susceptible 
humans (47). The plant has been used for medicinal purposes in 
Mexico and Jamaica (15, 45). Chick-feeding trials show that large 
amounts of the plant are very toxic if taken internally. However, 
because of its irritating sap and unpleasant taste, animals seldom con- 
sume toxic amounts. 
