10 Common Poisonous Plants
To Remove From Your Garden
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Causes severe allergic reaction (dermatitis) upon contact.
POISON IVY
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Contains urushiol oil causing allergic reaction (rash, blisters).
POISON OAK
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Seeds contain abrin toxin, and can be fatal if ingested.
ROSARY PEAS
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Roots and leaves contain toxic substances (oxalates, anthraquinone glycosides).
YELLOW DOCK
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Highly poisonous shrub; all parts contain cardiac glycosides.
OLEANDER
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Contains toxic alkaloids (atropine, scopolamine), causing various symptoms.
NIGHTSHADE
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Berries, leaves, and stems are toxic; ingestion causes gastrointestinal distress.
MISTLETOE
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Unripe fruits and other parts can cause gastrointestinal issues.
CHINESE LANTERN
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Highly poisonous plant; ingestion leads to paralysis, respiratory failure.
HEMLOCK
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Yellow Star
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