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Family:Convolvulaceae

Ipomoea is the genus of numerous species of herbaceous perennial
flowering plants, many commonly known as Morning Glory. This genus
I.pes-tigridis I.Alba holds a very large and diverse group of plants, some toxic and some not.
Toxic plants in this genus have a low to medium toxicity level. The most
toxic part of these plants like, I.violacea and I.carneais is the seeds and
fruit. However, some plants like, I.batatas and I.aquatica are edible,
while others like, I.obscura are only partially toxic. Symptoms of toxic
poisoning can also vary widely across species; however, in general could
I.Aquatica I.indica be hallucinations, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, depression, sleepiness,
and tremors. If you have one of these plants in your care, you should re-
search its toxicity using its scientific name. Other than that, treat it with
caution; never eat any part of it, especially any seeds or fruit. Wear gloves
when handling it, tell children of the danger it poses, and keep them and
any pets away from it.

Family:Araceae

Arisarum is a small genus of 3 accepted species of flowering plants;
A.Vulgare A.Proboscideum Mouse plant A.proboscideum, Friar's Cowl A.vulgare and
A.simorrhinum . All three are toxic to humans and animals, and have a
low to medium toxicity level. Due to the different toxins found across the
species, symptoms may vary but in general will be, for humans, mouth
and throat irritation or a bitter or burning taste, allergic reactions and
gastro-enteritis, while animals, could show signs of digestive dis-
A.simorrhinum
tress, vomiting, diarrhoea, and drooling. Also, the sap from these plants
can cause skin irritation and severe eye irritation. If you have one of
these plants in your care always wear gloves when handling it and warn
children of the danger it poses. Keep pets away from the plant and never
let them eat or chew any part of it.

Family:Tropaeolaceae

T.Azureum T.Adpressum Tropaeolum is a genus of numerous species of annual and per-
ennial herbaceous flowering plants commonly known as Nasturtium.
All the plants of this genus are considered non-toxic to humans and
animals. However, they can cause skin irritation in some people, and
people allergic to nasturtiums, can get contact dermatitis. Also, if
eaten over a long period of time can upset the stomach and attack the
T.Majus T.tricolor liver, causing liver problems. Children being much smaller are be-
lieved vulnerable to these liver and stomach problems. Although
there is no concrete evidence that eating nasturtiums is dangerous –
they are often eaten in salads and used to garnish desserts – it’s al-
ways better to err on the cautious side, and wear gloves when han-
dling them and when in their vicinity to supervise children and pets.