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The Poisonous History of the the Sandbox Tree (Hura Crepitans)

This video explores the poisonous history of the sandbox tree (Hura crepitans), a tropical species infamous for its explosive seed pods, toxic sap, and role in local folklore. Tracing its presence from the rainforests of Central and South America to colonial plantations and botanical gardens, it looks at how naturalists, explorers, and doctors described and interpreted this dangerous tree over the centuries. Drawing on historical accounts, early scientific reports, and records from the age of exploration, the documentary places the sandbox tree in a wider context of poison, medicine, and fear in the natural world. It examines how its reputation was shaped by indigenous knowledge, European curiosity, and the broader history of how humans have tried to classify and control toxic plants.