In 2022, Daniel Emlyn-Jones, 49, grew the Gympie-Gympie at home, keeping the plant in a secure enclosure with a warning sign. Emlyn-Jones said he wanted to spark curiosity about unusual agriculture.

The Gympie Gympie plant looks harmless – but it’s one of the most painful organisms on Earth. In this video, we explore how this innocent-looking plant can deliver a sting so intense it’s ...