What is another word for dog mercury?
Pronunciation: [dˈɒɡ mˈɜːkjʊɹi] (IPA) 
Dog mercury, also known as Mercurialis perennis, is a poisonous plant that belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family. It grows throughout Europe and parts of Asia and Africa and is often found in damp woods and shady areas. The plant is called so because it was once thought to cure dogs of ailments. There are few synonyms for the word "dog mercury" like "annual mercury" as it blooms only on the annual basis, "wood mercury" because it is often found in the woods, and "blindweed" as it was used to treat blindness. Despite its usage in traditional medicine, it's best to avoid the plant due to its toxic nature.
