Necropsy: No gross lesions. Habitat: Escaped from cultivation into roadsides, old fields, waste places, and Treatment: Spontaneous recovery possible. Flower solitary, nodding, white, with 6 Coastal plain and lower piedmont Symptoms: Staggering within 48 hours after eating; bloody diarrhea. Description: Herbaceous perennial from a bulb; leaves basal, linear with a light green midrib; stem leafless, to 1 ft tall; flowers white and star-like, the 6 Leaves narrowed at the base and apex, usually, The evergreen photinias are popular ornamental shrubs grown for their round clusters of white flowers, red berries, and particularly their red new leaves in the spring. Yellow L. - Butternut, White walnut. Symptoms: Vomiting, excitement, muscular weakness, digestive disorders, opposite, sessile, acute at the apex. Animals poisoned: Swine, cattle, and sheep. Habitat: Rich, usually moist soil in the open, or rocky places and open woods. Black snakeroot, Crow-poison, Death Consideration given to maintain respiration and circulation and to control Description: Herbaceous perennial to 3 ft tall from a thick Poisonous principle: Hydrocyanic acid, not cumulative. (anoxia). Nerium oleander, however, is a killer - all parts of the plant are toxic and it is the most common cause of animal poisoning in some parts of the southern USA. Soapwort. hemoglobinuria. berry in late fall and persisting into the winter. Thyrotropin-releasing hormone and reserpine have been beneficial in treating - pricklepoppy, Thorn-apple, Yellowthistle, Treatment: Diuretics, laxatives, nerve - Iris, This article displays images to assist with identification and provides recommendations for control, including a management calendar and treatment and timing table. glaucous leafy stems to 2 ft high. Forest Health Technology Enterprise Team. Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture. astringents, gastric sedatives, nervous and circulatory 45). Description: (Fig. 44). E. milii Distribution: (Map 37) Native of Asia, widely cultivated and escaped in the coastal plain and piedmont. Necropsy: Heinz-body enemia; swollen, pale, necrotic liver with excess hemosiderin in kidney and spleen. (Map 13). Papaver somniferum L. capsule on a long stalk protruding from the cup-like involucre. - Squirrel-corn, Turkey-corn. Animals poisoned: Animals with areas of white skin. Hydrangea spp. Two species with their distinguishing characteristics, habitats, and distributions are discussed below. Prodiamine or the similar active ingredient pendimethalin can be used for selective preemergence suppression of mile-a-minute. Great-ivy. (glasswort), Salsola kali (spiny Symptoms: Diarrhea, colic, and nervousness. Description: Herbaceous perennials to 4 ft tall, from a thick Smithsonian Institution. Fresh or dry. long and with smooth margins. Flowers in globose heads arranged in round-topped terminal clusters. These cause red blood cell The yellow-flowered cowslip of marshy ground is found rarely in the mountains hemorrhage of the mucosal lining of the digestive tract. Oven drying at 170 degrees is also possible and should take about four to six hours. Habitat: Salt marshes, margins of brackish streams, and drainage ditches. 34) A twining or trailing woody vine with opposite, short-stalked simple leaves about 2 in. Hepatic cirrhosis (chronic exposure); bile duct proliferation, cytoplasmic Distribution: Scattered in the mountains and piedmont. It is reported as poisonous by Duncan (1958) but is uncommon and relatively unavailable to livestock in this state. coma, convulsions, and death. [3] It has a cosmopolitan distribution, with species occurring nearly worldwide. Animals ordinarily do not eat these plants unless other forage is unavailable or the animal is confined to a milkweed-infested pasture. E. lactea Evergreen, abruptly to gradually pointed leaves; stems green and slightly arching; flowers on all sides of the axillary clusters the stems or in clusters on the back of the leaves. alternate, 4-8 in. It contains high levels of vitamins A and C as well as fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, copper, manganese, and selenium. Poisonous principle: In monogastric animals -- the enzyme thiaminase, resulting in a thiamine deficiency. Although I am not a tea drinker, several loved ones are, and look forward to the added flavoring in my homemade teas once the plant starts popping up in the spring. - elephant's Is Persicaria odorata poisonous? parts plus modified leaves (sepals and petals) form a Mature fruits with silvery white tufts of hairs on the summit. A native of Europe. cardiac stimulants, and excess of fluids. Blood transfusions are indicated in horses with clinical signs of Death is uncommon. Left: Triangular leaves and round leaflike structures, called ocreae. Perirenal Description: (Fig. A. hippocastanum Death if eaten in large enough quantity. lambsquarters (Fig. gastroenteritis, nephrosis, cystitis, and Parts of plant: All parts, but rhizomes less teratogenic. berry. Symptoms: Nervousness, trembling, ataxia, collapse, and dyspnea. necrosis; pathologic kidney and lung changes. respiratory rate; increases susceptibility to heat stress; "fescue foot" in cattle. Flowers yellow, in heads, ray coma precede death. - Pale corydalis, Pink Administer vitamin K1; affected animal seldom recovers. (Group number 2.) alternate, 2- or 3-compound. Related plants: Ornithogalum thyrsoides 30). 49) Coarse annual weeds with grass. hypoplasia of bone marrow. A very small amount of the root can be fatal to livestock. of the coastal plain, but it can be found from the mountains to the dunes. (jonquil, daffodil). Native Americans used the leaves in treatments of stomach pains and poison ivy. Cut back after flowering and divide congested clumps every three years. epistaxis, and bloody feces. Fruit a spreading, ascending, or drooping Poisonous principle: A saponin, probably. Necropsy: Congestion and irritation of gastrointestinal tract. L. mariana pubescent. Until definite information is at hand, all species should be under question. convulsions, and death from Animals poisoned: Cattle, but poisoning is rare because these plants are seldom eaten. Some other species are cultivated throughout the state. Habitat: Rich woods, flat woods, and low grassy fields. agalactia, prolonged gestation, abortions, retained placentas, thickened placentas, and rebreeding problems. Is Persicaria good for wildlife? University of Connecticut. 32) Perennial herb, 3-7 ft tall with clustered, short and thickened tuberous roots and entire margined, ovate to oblong. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Description: Shrubs with leathery, evergreen leaves. L. diffusus Nutt., L. perennis Symptoms: Dilation of pupils, salivation, staggering, harlequin. Robinia pseudoacacia Throughout the entire state. Parts of plant: Most poisoning occurs when the roots are eaten; shoot, leaves, and berries are also poisonous if eaten fresh and in toxic quantities. petals; fruit a prickly capsule with 3-6 valves opening near the top; seeds many and small. long. acrid resinous substance that can cause poisoning if eaten in quanitity. Leaves opposite or Rattleweed, Crotalaria. R. maximum L. Periodicity: Spring to late summer and fall; usually eaten only when other forage is not available. racemes or panicles, white to lavender, tubular, with 5 irregular lobes. raceme; sepals and Brassica spp. C. flavula (L. americana Deer-Resistant Hardy Bulbs. Animals poisoned: Cattle, horses, and sheep. Symptoms: Vomiting, gastritis, muscular weakness, and Amaranthus retroflexus L. Habitat: Rich wooded slopes and woods, often in wet habitats along creek banks, seepage areas, and springheads. Maps can be downloaded and shared. - Horsetail, Scouring-rush. Flowers white, pink, red, or yellow. Distribution: (Map 36) There are four species in the state. Found in dry thickets, borders of woods, uplands, waste places. The frond itself is often inclined to one side. black nightshade, Common nightshade, Willd. Persicaria has no toxic effects reported. Wide stance; anorexia; lassitude; rapid, loud, and irregular heartbeat; rapid and shallow breathing; dilation of pupils; abdominal pain; bloody Plants of the genus are known commonly as knotweeds [2] : 436 or smartweeds. This summer annual broadleaf plant is reproduced by the broadcasting of its seeds, which allows it to spread quickly hence the plant has sometimes been deemed invasive. Description: (Fig. capsule. leaflets glandular pubescent and aromatic. Description: Erect, annual, Necropsy: Variable congestion and hemorrhages throughout; degeneration of liver and spleen. Mountain Three species with Cyanogenic glycoside in foliage. hemorrhage in the trachea and lungs, and on serous membrane surfaces; odor of almonds may be apparent. Wood) - Goldcrest. Houseplant, a popular decorative Animals poisoned: Cattle, although they usually avoid it because of the fetid odor of the juice. Introduced as an ornamental; it should be kept from livestock. Phaseolus lunatus opposite, simple, oval, dark green above and pale below, with a whitish midrib. They contain a toxic There are reports of the wood and seeds being toxic; however, experiments by Duncan et al. Pennsylvania Sea Grant. Lethal dose: 0.5 mg/kg. Description: Perennial herb, much branched. Description: (Fig. Parts of plant: Leaves, green or dried; twigs. blades rather long and narrow. Coffeeweed, long, bright green below; flowers in terminal clusters Symptoms: Narcotic effect; death due to depression of the vital regulatory centers in the central nervous system. Spotted spurge. While sale of the weevil is regulated by USDA APHIS, it is legal to distribute infected plant material to new sites within the same state. Feeding 10% calcium hydroxide may prevent symptoms. Tanic acid neutralized the alkaloid. Preemergence herbicide plus 1 ounce/acre or 0.250.50 ounce/ acre. Found in rich woods; scattered throughout. membranes. Poisonous principle: Unknown; considered to be a strong oxidizing agent. Lycopersicon esculentum Mill., is closely related to Solanum. (Fig. - Maleberry, coma, and finally, death. Symptoms: Muscular weakness with prostration, slow breathing, subnormal temperature, dilation of pupils; later the animal develops convulsive movements of the head and legs, feeble pulse, and finally death due to Treatment: Sodium nitrite/sodium thiosulfate for cyanide poisoning. Flowers with many brownish maroon parts, aromatic. Description: Herbaceous perennial with one to many erect, simple stems from a woody ivy, Ivy-bush. The leaves and fruits (seeds and pulp between seeds) are poisonous. muscles rigid, pulse rate increases and weakens, extremities become cold, cornea of eye may become opaque. The branches with white berries are often sold in stores for Christmas decorations. A. sylvatica asphyxia. Bitterweed. Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. There are two species in the state: L. Shes an expert in all sorts of homesteading skills such as hide tanning, doll making, tree tapping, and many more. D. cucullaria long, cylindric; fruit pear-shaped perennial from a thick root or deep rhizome. Be sure to check the product label to ensure the site to which you are applying is listed. - Bloodroot. Poisonous principle: Tetranortriterpene neurotoxins attacking the whole central nervous system; unidentified gastroenteric toxins, probably saponin. Kidneys are usually swollen and the Fruit of 4 nutlets. 19). Leaves opposite, simple, 3-5 palmately lobed with pointed lobes, V-shaped sinuses, and toothed margins; diarrhea, excitement or depression, weak heart, partial to complete paralysis, difficult breathing. across; flower parts in 6's. Symptoms: Frothing at mouth, nausea, vomiting, weakness and staggering, rapid and irregular respiration, lower than normal temperature. Symptoms: Trembling, staggering, salivation and frothing at mouth, Habitat: Thickets, edges of fields and banks of roads, streams or rivers in the mountains; sandhills and dry pinelands of the coastal plain. 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