Veratrum. The veratrum flowers are one of the most dangerous and poisonous blossoms out there. Although the family includes many beautiful plants, most of them could lead to a horrific death. They are so poisonous that if ingested it causes rapid cardiac failure and death.
Nerium oleander is an unquestionably beautiful plant, famous for its delicate white or pink flowers. You'd probably be shocked to discover that this pretty plant actually has one of the most poisonous flowers in the world. If ingested, it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, coma or even death.
The Aconitum flower seems to be the bane of everyone: It is also known as wolfsbane (originally wolf's bane), dogbane, mousebane, leopard's bane, tiger's bane, witch's bane and women's bane.
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Even the lightest touch can leave victims suffering for weeks, if not months at a time. Infamously known as the most venomous plant in Australia, contact with Gympie Gympie will cause immediate and severe burning that intensifies in just 20 to 30 minutes.
The genus Aconitum is comprised of over 200 species of flowering plants, and grow in damp and part-shade areas throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. They are perennials (they will grow back on their own year after year), seem to grow well in mountainous areas, and have the coolest common names.
napellus, also known as monkshood or wolfsbane) is a perennial herb often grown as an ornamental plant due to its attractive blue to dark purple flowers. All parts of the plant, especially the roots, contain toxins. Aconitine is the most dangerous of these toxins.
Keep in mind that the entire baby's breath flowers are toxic to pets as well as to people. It is best when used as decorations instead of for consumption. Vomiting and diarrhea can occur when you eat baby's breath flowers.
White and yellow chrysanthemums are widely used to say goodbye, particularly in Asia.
It is moderately toxic to cats and can cause symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. If your cat consumes any part of the baby's breath plant, you might also notice lethargy or a lack of energy and your cat might even stop eating.
Their sweet scent may attract cats over for a taste. Most often find out quickly that the flower is not that yummy, however, a few end up with a penchant for eating the roses. The good news is that roses by themselves are not toxic to cats, says Dr. Maureen K.
Oleander flowers from early summer until mid-autumn with large clusters of red, pink, yellow or white, single or double blossoms. All parts of oleander — leaves, flowers, stems, twigs, roots — are toxic.
Dracula's Flower (Dracunculus vulgaris) is a poisonous plant with an interesting appearance. It's also known as common dracunculus,dragon lily,dragon arum,black arum, vampire lily, and drakondia.
Bleeding heart plants contain isoquinoline alkaloids that are toxic to humans and animals. Serious cases of poisoning are common in dogs and horses, but much less common in humans. The toxins in bleeding heart can cause liver damage and seizures in humans when ingested in large quantities.
Ketaki is a forbidden flower cursed by Lord Shiva for bearing a false witness of Lord Brahma. According to a legend, Lord Vishnu was lying on the serpent couch in the sea of eternity. Lord Brahma, while passing by felt insulted when Lord Vishnu neither rose nor greeted him.
Rose is the king and queen of flowers. Rose is the oldest flowering plant and it is an ornamental flowering plant.
Atropa belladonna, commonly known as belladonna or deadly nightshade, is a toxic perennial herbaceous plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae, which also includes tomatoes, potatoes, and eggplant (aubergine). It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia.
Symptoms: Chewing any part can result in painful burning of the lips, mouth, tongue and throat. Sometimes acute inflammatory reactions including blistering and swelling of tissues can occur. Warning: Seek urgent medical attention if lips or tongue become swollen or if there is difficulty breathing or swallowing.
The plant, Aconitum napellus, or Wolfsbane, is the common known cure or weapon against the fantastical creatures, known as werewolves.
The flower with the world's largest bloom is the Rafflesia arnoldii. This rare flower is found in the rainforests of Indonesia. It can grow to be 3 feet across and weigh up to 15 pounds! It is a parasitic plant, with no visible leaves, roots, or stem.
Although Wisteria is not toxic to humans, it's dangerous to pets, including dogs, cats, and horses. This climbing flowering plant produces pods and seeds that are toxic to pets.
chinensis plants contain low levels of triterpenoid saponins and are mildly toxic to humans, cats, and dogs.
Yes, dianthus is toxic and poisonous to kittens and cats. They may experience vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, pain in the abdominal region and difficulty breathing. If you suspect that your animal has ingested or come in contact with dianthus plants call your veterinarian immediately.
Take your cat to the vet as soon as you can to relieve its discomfort. The mum plant, short for chrysanthemum, is a common garden plant that is very toxic to cats. There are several different species of chrysanthemum, all of which are toxic to cats.
Daisy. Another key sign that spring has well and truly arrived, daisies are far less toxic than most other plants listed here, but are known to irritate some cats and dogs, as well as being poisonous if consumed in high quantities.