5 Dangerous Fruits You Should Be Careful About

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1. Ackee fruit Ackee fruit is ironically Jamaica's national fruit. If not eaten or cooked properly, it can lead to vomiting. In severe cases, it can lead to hypoglycemia and coma. 

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2. Elderberries The plant Elderberry is almost poisonous and contains glycoside which induces cyanide content in the body. This can lead to diarrhea, vomiting, and coma.

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3. Manchineel Manchineel is nicknamed as little apples of death. The fruit of this toxic tree can damage the digestive tract and cause vomiting. 

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4. European spindle The colourful pods of European spindle are filled with glycoside poison. however, these take a while to react but can cause hallucinations and kidney failure.

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5. Pangium edule fruit Pangium edule fruit, also known as football fruit, has poisonous seeds and leaves. It can cause sleepiness and delirium, a serious disturbance in mental abilities. 

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