Certainly many of us have heard of Sosonowski's borscht burns. Unfortunately, it is not the only poisonous plant in Poland. Many species grow in our gardens, the consumption of which or even touching them may lead tounpleasant consequences.
Poisonous garden plants
Of the plants with poisonous flowers, the most common aremonkshoods, datura plantsand field poppies. Each part of aconite (including seeds) contains a dangerous toxin -aconitine,which has a paralyzing effect. Particularlydangerousis also Datura, eating virtually every part of it may lead to paralysis of the respiratory system and even death.You should also pay special attention tospring loveandpurple foxglove.The consumption of poppy seed or its seeds may cause stomach aches and vomiting.
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Plants that produce poisonous fruits are also dangerousfruit.The threat is so serious that many of them are confusingly similar to those that we collect in forests in summer, e.g. blueberries. An example is the barbed holly. The consumption of its fruit may causediarrhea,and, as a result, also paralysis andheart disorders.Similar effects may be caused by eating yew. On the other hand, Japanese Aukuba eaten in large quantities may cause diarrhea and vomiting.
Poisonous houseplants
It is worth knowing that the danger may also be lurking on our home window sills. Dieffenbachia,alpine violetorlong-flowered lily- these are some of the most popular plants in cultivation that can threaten our he alth.
When in contact withdifenbachia- mainly grown in pots - avoid white juice in its leaves, because it containscalcium oxalate crystals, causing a burning sensation in the mouth.long-flowered lily is also poisonous,its consumption causes pain anddizziness.Particular care should also be taken when dealing with common ivy,anthuriumorcommon oleander.
Handling poisonous plants
When caring for poisonous plants, first of all remember to be careful - make sure that, for example,the juice contained in the leaves did not come into contact withskin , eyes orpathways respiratory pathsIt is recommended to approach such plant inrubber glovesandthorough washing handsafter finished activities.
Plants that are a he alth hazardgrown in at homeshould be kept in places that are difficult to reachchildren andpetspets.
