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Yew and Paclitaxel

Just because something is "natural", it isn't necessarily safe to casually eat or use. Originally, all remedies came from nature. Yew is an example of a plant with medicinal value that can be poisonous if eaten.

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Not Just the Berries: Be Wary of Holly Leaves and Roots

The leaves of the holly (Ilex spp) are dark green and stiff with sharp spines. The root is large and grows straight down. The leaf spine can lacerate the mouth, throat, and skin. Holly contains poisonous substances that cause abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea and sometimes dehydration when ingested. Mild symptoms require no specific treatment other than remaining hydrated.

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Is Spanish Broom (Spartium junceum) Toxic?

All parts of the Spanish broom plant (Spartium junceum) are considered toxic. It can cause symptoms ranging from abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea to more serious effects like seizures and respiratory failure.

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Can Poison Hemlock Be Deadly?

Poison hemlock is a deadly plant that looks dangerously similar to other edible plants. Modern day exposures are often the result of plant misidentification.

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Daffodils: Beautiful But Potentially Toxic

All parts of the daffodil are toxic. When swallowed, it can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Eating the bulb can cause severe irritation of the mouth and stomach upset. These symptoms are usually not life-threatening and resolve within a few hours.

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Azaleas and Rhododendrons: "Mad Honey" and Other Surprising Dangers

Rhododendron is a genus of woody shrubs that includes over 1000 species. They usually have brightly colored flowers, making them popular residential landscaping plants. Azaleas are a subgenus of Rhododendron.

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Summer Poison Prevention

Check out our tips and articles for preventing poisonings during summer.

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Keep Away From Spurge Sap

Euphorbia, also known as spurges, is a genus of over 2000 different flowering plants. These plants contain a milky white sap that can be very irritating to the skin, eyes, and mouth. If someone is exposed to spurge sap, it is important to decontaminate the exposed area.

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Pokeberries: A Grape Look Alike

Pokeberries are found in grape-like clusters on tall perennials with purple-red stems. Eating several berries can cause stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Adults have eaten the roots, mistaking them for medicinal plants. Serious symptoms have subsequently occurred, including bloody vomiting, bloody diarrhea, and low blood pressure.

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True Stories for Springtime

In the woods or in the garden, nature can surprise the unprepared.

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