Abrus precatorius
Rosary pea (Abrus precatorius) is a non-native landscape weed indigenous to India. This species has been widely used as an ornamental in Florida for many years but is now listed as a Category 1 invasive by the Florida Exotic Plant Pest Council (FLEPPC). A single seed contains enough of the toxin abrin to kill a human.
- Scientific Name: Abrus precatorius
- Common Name: Rosary pea
- Seasonality: Warm
- Soil Type: Dry
- Toxicity: Highly toxic, especially seeds
- Plant Growth: Woody vine
- UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants
- UF/IFAS Assessment of Non-Native Plants in Florida's Natural Areas
- Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service's Noxious Weeds Guide
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