13 freaky plants that will make you scared to go outside

 By 
Tricia Gilbride
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13 freaky plants that will make you scared to go outside
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Nature is terrifying. Spiders, earthquakes, bears, hurricanes, and sharks all provide ample fodder for our nightmares.

But botanical life rarely gets its dues for being scary, despite the fact that there are plants that kill, sting, poison and just chill in the woods looking creepy. Hollywood should get on it next horror movie season -- The Happening isn't going to cut it.

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These plants will have you feeling a little less safe next time you venture outdoors.

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