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Did Patricia commit suicide in front of the audience at the end of her lecture, and, if so, how?
Kevin Beach Yes, she committed suicide. She "toasts the room to Tachigali versicolor - and drinks."

Tachigali versicolor - is also known as the "suicide tree" and …moreYes, she committed suicide. She "toasts the room to Tachigali versicolor - and drinks."

Tachigali versicolor - is also known as the "suicide tree" and is found from Costa Rica to Colombia.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tachiga...

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