10 Common and Poisonous Flowers

Flowers spread color and joy and compliment the garden, but some plants that are loved by gardeners are actually toxic. No one is saying that you should remove them or avoid them altogether, but if you have small grandchildren or pets, you should know what flowers are poisonous so that you can keep an eye out and become aware of what the consequences might be if they ingest one of the following exotic and dangerous flowers.

1. Hydrangea 

Be extra vigilant when growing hydrangeas, and don’t keep them indoors if you have cats and dogs, in case they nibble on them. Hydrangeas contain small amounts of cyanide and can be lethal to pets if digested. Ingestion of a small amount of leaves and flowers can cause diarrhea, vomiting, and lethargy in pets.

2. Celmatis

When touched or consumed, the toxin called anemonin can cause dermatitis in some people and a mild burning sensation and ulcers in the mouth if eaten. Fortunately, the symptoms subside soon, and pets tend to avoid eating much of it because of its bitter taste.

 

 3. Oleander

Oleanders are charming, fragrant, and loved by home owners – they can be white, pink, yellow or red. However, if you often have small children in your house, it’s best to be careful as eating only a meager amount of this flower can be very dangerous. All parts of this plant are extremely poisonous if ingested, and the symptoms include a fever, dehydration, slow heartbeat, tremors, and even death. 

 

4. Azalea

These colorful flowers are beautiful to look at, but if the flowers, stems, or leaves are eaten by your pet they can cause abdominal pain and difficulty breathing. 

 

5. Daffodil

The bulbs are the toxic part of this popular and familiar flower, so, if you have a dog that likes to dig in flower beds, you should take care when you plant it. Too much ingestion can cause vomiting, tremors, diarrhea, and heart rhythm disorders. 

 

6. Lantana

This flower is known for its intense fragrance, and can be found in shades of white, pink, red, orange, yellow, and violet. All parts of this beautiful flower are poisonous and can cause depression, fatigue, vomiting, and liver failure if ingested. 

 

7. Foxglove

Foxgloves are currently used in heart medicine, but if you ingest a particular amount of this plant it can cause headaches, stomach pain, and fainting. 

 

8. Lily of the Valley

This plant contains cardiac glycosides, which, when consumed, affects the heart and causes vomiting, illusions, slow heart rates, blurriness, and even death. Fortunately, the poison is slowly absorbed in the body, so medical intervention can occur before too much damage is done. 

 

 9. Wisteria

This beautiful plant is mildly poisonous for cats and dogs. The seeds are the most poisonous, and consuming only a few seeds can cause mild abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and damage to the central nervous system.

 

10. Morning Glory 

Not all species of this plant are poisonous, but there are a few that have toxic seeds. These seeds contain the toxic lysergic alkaloids, which causes symptoms such as diarrhea, in-coordination, and liver failure, if digested in large amounts.

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Plants that May Kill You

As beautiful as nature may be, it does have its dangerous points too. However, we very much assume that the dangerous stuff looks scary, while the harmless stuff looks beautiful, or at the very least, unassuming. But it may come as a surprise to learn that plants and flowers - often beautiful - rank among the most dangerous on the planet. Take a look: 

 

Rosary Pea

This pretty flower is native to tropical areas. It was given the name for the jewel and prayer rosaries that were created using its berries, which very much resemble pomegranate seeds. But, you cannot eat them as it contains a poison which weeds its way into the body's cells, preventing them from creating essential proteins, which, if left untreated can lead to death. 

White Snakeroot
During the early days of American settlement in Indiana and Ohio, it is estimated that up to half of the deaths of the early settlers, including Lincoln's mother, Nancy, were caused by ingesting tremetol found in White Snakeroot. In fact, it is considered to be one of the most poisonous plants. Cattle and other livestock who ate White Snakeroot would quickly develop a muscular degenerative disease known as the trembles. The tremetol would then end up in the animal's milk and anyone who drank it would get deathly ill.

Deadly Nightshade

As the name implies, this plant is deadly. This is due to the atropine and scopolamine in the stems, leaves, berries, and roots. The plant is incredibly poisonous to the body, eventually causing paralysis in the involuntary muscles of the body - including the heart. Rubbing up against the plant can cause irritation of the skin. 
Water Hemlock
It's unlikely that you are familiar with the plant's claim to fame: killing Socrates. The plant contains the toxin cicutoxin, which when ingested, acts directly on the central nervous system, causing violent convulsions. 

Lily of the Valley

This outdoor ornamental herb is a popular staple of outdoor gardens but it can be incredibly toxic due to the cardiac glycosides and saponins present in the plants which can affect the heart if eaten. The Lily of the Valley is so toxic that cases have been reported of people and animals falling ill by merely drinking water the plant happened to be in. 
Rhubarb
While rhubarb pie tastes great, ingesting large amounts of the plant's leaves can kill you as it contains deadly oxalic acid which if ingested in high amounts can cause kidney failure. Best avoid eating the stems and leaves altogether. 

Foxglove

This plant produces digoxin, an active ingredient in digitalis, a heart failure medication. Ingesting it is like taking an unregulated dose of heart medicine, which can inversely cause heart failure. Keep this plant far away from kids and pets. 
Hydrangea
Only the flower buds are truly harmful if ingested. Humans can experience an upset stomach, skin irritation, as well as convulsions and coma. Still, pesky rabbits who manage to avoid the plant's poisonous wrath do love hydrangeas. 

Philodendron

These plants are low-maintenance and require little care, which is why they have become a popular houseplant. But, there is a toxin in their leaves called calcium oxalate, which can cause inflammation of the mucous membranes or the mouth and throat when ingested, While it's not deadly in adults, it can prove fatal to small kids and pets. 
Daffodil
Ingesting daffodils won't kill you if treated quickly. But if left untreated they can be fatal to small children and pets. Parts of the daffodil contain the toxic chemical lycorine, which can do the most damage to your body including severe burning of the lips, throat, and tongue. If throat pain, difficulty swallowing, and severe drooling persist after a few hours get to a doctor. 

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