• infinitevalence@discuss.online
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    Holly berries. The holly tree stays green throughout the winter and fruits around now. While not great eating it provided calories in the darkest part of the year.

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      Humans can’t really eat those. Since there are shitloads in the forest around my house, I looked about using them for forage. Even a couple will irritate your gut.

      Otherwise, your explanation feels right. The hollow bushes are most of the color in the woods around here.

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        From wiki

        Holly berries can cause vomiting and diarrhea. They are especially dangerous in cases involving accidental consumption by children attracted to the bright red berries.[32] Ingestion of over 20 berries may be fatal to children.[31][32]

        Holly leaves, if eaten, might cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach and intestinal problems.[32]

        Holly plants might be toxic to pets and livestock.[33]

        Holly berries are fermented and distilled to produce an eau de vie.[35][36]

        (Fruit brandy).