Page 28 - The world of dangerous PLants

Family:Thymelaeaceae

D.Alpina D.altaica
Daphne, is a genus of numerous species of
deciduous and evergreen shrubs. All the plants of this genus are toxic
and have a low to medium toxicity level. Symptoms of toxic poison-
ing, for both humans and animals, could be drooling, vomiting, diar-
rhoea, kidney inflammation, irregular heart rhythm and seizures.
Contact with the skin could cause severe irritation, redness and itch-
D.cneorum D.bholua
ing, so always remember to wear gloves when handling them. The
berries of these plants are extremely toxic and should never be eaten.
Children should be warned of the danger these plants pose, especially
the berries. Pets should be supervised when in their vicinity and
strongly discouraged from chewing or eating any part of them. If you
suspect toxic poisoning, you should get medical help immediately.

Family:Solanaceae
Datura is a genus of around nine species of highly poisonous,
D.Ferox D.Wrightii evening-flowering plants. All the plants in this genus are toxic and have
a medium to high toxicity level. Symptoms of toxic poisoning, for both
humans and animals, could be extreme thirst, distorted vision, depres-
sion, heart dysfunction, fever, delirium, hallucinations, psychosis, and
death. Skin contact with the plants sap could cause contact dermatitis,
nausea and headaches. It will also be absorbed into the blood stream
D.Discolor D.Metel
causing even more problems, so always wear gloves when handling
them. Despite their poisonous content Datura are cooked and eaten in
many countries. However, never underestimate the danger they pose,
and never attempt to eat any part of them without first consulting
someone with experience in the preparation and cooking of these
plants. Children should be schooled in the danger they pose, and pets
should never be allowed near them.

Family:Solanaceae

A.Baetica A.Acuminata
Atropa, is a genus of around 6 species of perennial herbaceous
flowering plants, one of which is Deadly nightshade. All the plants of
this genus are toxic, especially the berries, and have a medium to
high toxicity level. Symptoms of toxic poisoning, for both humans
and animals, could be, excessive slavering and drooling, sweating,
vomiting, breathing difficulties, confusion and hallucinations. Skin
A.Pallidiflora A.bella-donna contact can cause severe skin irritation and through absorption, der-
matitis. For children, who are more sensitive to the toxins, eating the
berries could be fatal. If you have one of these plants in your care,
warn children of the danger they pose, especially the berries. Keep
pets away from it, and always wear gloves when handling it.