Specificity of poisonous domestic plants
The poisonous inhabitants of our windowsills often bloom effectively and have a pleasant aroma. Strong-smelling specimens can harm allergy sufferers. Even in a completely healthy person, due to too active exposure to essential oils of flowers, there may be a deterioration in well-being with headaches and clouding of consciousness. The degree of allergic manifestations depends on the characteristics of a particular organism and the age of a person.
List of poisonous indoor flowers
In poisonous plants, their juice is especially dangerous, the ingress of toxins of which into the esophagus causes poisoning with various side effects. In particular, rash, skin reactions in the form of burns, ulceration, dyspeptic manifestations, dizziness may occur. In some cases, it is necessary to seek specialized medical attention.
Many species of Euphorbia, for example, have thorns that attack the skin.
Note! It is strictly forbidden to place poisonous plants in bedrooms and in children's rooms due to toxic fumes. In other areas, they should be inaccessible to children.
Hydrangea
Large white, pink or blue inflorescences of this shade-loving shrub adorn our gardens from early summer to autumn. The whole plant is poisonous, especially the flower buds. Swallowing a hydrangea is like taking a cyanide pill. Inside the flower there is a real poison called cyanogenic glycoside, which causes shortness of breath, dizziness, and fainting. A drop in blood pressure can cause seizures and even death.
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Household allergen names
There is no need to get rid of a houseplant if there are no allergy sufferers among the household and regular guests. However, you always need to be vigilant and know the characteristics of your plants.
Geranium
A real helper of healers from the family of the same name has many useful properties: it is a wonderful antiseptic, helps with coughs and runny nose, tonsillitis and otitis media, relieves stress and tension, normalizes blood pressure and helps with toothache, treats rash, eczema, etc.
Geranium produces a large amount of essential oils that not only smell good, but can also cause allergies. When the state of health worsens, the suspicion does not always fall on this flower, the symptoms are usually similar to colds. In hypersensitive people, severe rhinitis begins, problems with the respiratory system are not excluded. Rarely, but Quincke's edema or anaphylactic shock is possible.
Problems arise precisely with direct contact with the plant. It should not be touched by pregnant women and women taking contraception, as well as people with low blood sugar and young children. Kids often "taste" everything they come across, and because of this flower, digestive problems may appear, symptoms of hypotension may appear, and blood viscosity will increase.
Oleander
Olenadr blooms profusely, exuding a pleasant and powerful scent that makes you dizzy.Absolutely poisonous is the entire plant containing oleandrin and cornerin in its organs. However, lanceolate leaves are especially dangerous.
If they get into food, they can cause severe colic, diarrhea and vomiting, and then disrupt the activity of the heart and central nervous system. These organic compounds can disrupt the heart rhythm and even stop the heart.
Ficus
The insidiousness of ficus lies in its juice, which contains about 40% rubber. Milk can have an allergic effect on unprotected skin (scratching, tingling, and in rare cases, blisters). If it gets into the eyes, then there may be a corneal burn, and then a deterioration in vision.
The sap is released during plant transplantation, pruning and formation of its crown, if the ficus is damaged and sick. It is in these cases that the well-being of people susceptible to latex allergies can deteriorate. Particular vigilance should be exercised by parents whose babies touch flowers.
Ficus is not deadly, but its leaves can be seriously poisoned (signs: nausea, diarrhea, gag reflexes, headaches and blurred consciousness). For pets, it is also poisonous, but usually does not interest them. Asthmatics may have attacks of illness, vomiting, swelling of the mucous membranes, and diarrhea.
Azalea
So gracefully called some flowering species representing the genus Rhododendron. These are small flowers that look like lilies and smell strong. The scent can cause severe dizziness and even loss of consciousness.
Dangerous toxins in fresh leaves and flower nectar, the product of which is honey. If parts of the plant get into food, there will be a burning sensation and increased salivation in the mouth. Then - vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, weakness and blurred consciousness. If the heart rhythm is disturbed, convulsions and even coma are not excluded.
Zhivokost
The buttercup plant, the larkspur, is a bright spot in your garden. The whole plant is considered poisonous, but young leaves and ripe seeds contain the highest concentration of toxic alkaloids. Someone can think of and eat these tempting blue flowers. Immediately after this, the poor fellow will feel nausea and vomiting, a burning sensation in the mouth, and the heart rate will slow down. I need to ask for help, because after 6 hours the doctors will already be powerless.
Poisonous indoor flowers that can cause gastrointestinal upset
Any plant fragments and their sap can accidentally get into the human body. Some plants have an extremely negative effect on the digestive tract.
Spurge
Since the milky white juice of representatives of the genus Euphorbia is poisonous to varying degrees, in nature animals avoid these plants. White-veined or white-veined euphorbia, which has a very exotic look, is popular among flower growers.
But you should be careful and remember that if the juice gets into the water or food you drink, then toxic gastroenteritis may develop within 8-12 hours. It is characterized by headaches, burning and pain in the esophagus, vomiting, diarrhea, pain and bloating, dry mouth and dehydration, decreased blood pressure, and cardiac arrhythmias.
Amaryllis Belladonna
A bulbous plant with pretty flowers and a delicate aroma in all its parts contains the alkaloid lycorin. There is especially a lot of it in the bulbs, in handling which you need to be careful: it is advisable to use gloves or wash your hands thoroughly and not touch your eyes.
Licorin is used in medicine. In small doses, it promotes expectoration. In case of an overdose, vomiting begins, pressure decreases, bowel function and general well-being deteriorate, and convulsions may appear.
Striped aloe
There are many species of this succulent plant (more than 500). Aloe Vera, which is present on many windowsills, is especially famous for its healing properties.Florists actively grow its striped relative, which, due to the toxicity of all parts, should not be used for medicinal purposes.
The sap of the plant provokes the development of uterine and intestinal bleeding. Aloe striped should be especially avoided by pregnant women, as there may be a miscarriage.
Hydrangea
All parts of this beautiful indoor garden plant contain cyanogenic glycosides. It is possible to admire, touch and smell the flowers, but even accidental ingestion of hydrangea juice into the body should not be allowed. In case of poisoning, excessive sweating occurs, blood circulation worsens, stomach pains, itching, nausea and muscle weakness are felt.
Monstera
There is a lot of negative information about the monster. But it is dangerous only if a person tries to extract its juice, and then apply it to the skin, mucous membranes, or consume it internally. The active substances in its composition strongly "burn" the oral cavity, cause intense salivation and inflammation. Once in the digestive system, they cause internal upset, vomiting, intestinal inflammation and even stomach bleeding.
Pachypodium Lamera
Another dangerous succulent. It is also called the Madagascar palm tree. Contains poisonous milky juice in all parts. Since the trunk is very prickly, leaves growing in a bunch remain available at the top.
The juice inside the human body causes vomiting and diarrhea. In this case, dizziness is felt, there may be convulsions and even respiratory arrest. Therefore, the Madagascar palm tree should not be in rooms with children.
Rhododendron
These plants love moisture and shade. Most of all, gardeners appreciate them for their spectacular caps of red, white, pink or purple inflorescences, as well as thick shiny leaves. Who would have thought that the rhododendron was a silent killer? If a person inadvertently swallows any part of this plant, he will immediately feel bad. Drool from the mouth, and the eyes will begin to water. Subsequently, profuse vomiting may occur, the pulse will slow down, and the blood pressure will drop. In the worst cases, people fall into a coma or die after cardiac arrest.
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Color names that cause skin irritation
Contact with some houseplants can irritate the skin.
Cyclamen Persian
A very delicate flower has long been used in folk medicine. In our time, there are also recommendations to bury the juice in the nose for sinusitis. But if the consistency is not diluted with water, then such treatment can be harmful.
After all, the juice contains substances with a strong toxic effect: it can burn the mucous membrane, the temperature will rise, there will be sore throat and breathing difficulties. Most of the poison is in the tuber. Getting on the skin, the juice can cause intense irritation and inflammation.
Dieffenbachia
When working with evergreen dieffenbachia, you need to use gloves and then wash your hands thoroughly, because it is poisonous and causes dermatitis (inflammatory damage to the skin). Juice that has entered the body, especially from the stem, causes burns and swelling, disrupts the activity of the digestive and respiratory systems.
Cactus
Basically, the danger comes from thorns, because as a result of the injection, there may be not only pain, but also a minor abscess (as is the case with a common splinter). Depending on the type, cacti have different biologically active substances. Some may have hallucinogenic properties.
Cactus
Spathiphyllum
Spathiphyllum (popular name - "female happiness") is grown for several reasons.Among them - the graceful appearance and the ability to absorb harmful particles from the air. But contact with any part of it can be harmful.
Due to the contact of juice on the skin, rashes and long-lasting wounds appear. The eaten plant fragment will cause inflammation of the lining of the mouth and esophagus, severe stomach pain and indigestion. In addition, the airways will become inflamed.
Poinsettia
The most beautiful representative of the Euphorbia family is nicknamed the "Christmas star". People with latex allergies need to touch this star with protected hands, because its milky juice irritates the skin. If it gets into the eyes, it can burn the cornea.
Anthurium
Not only "female happiness" (spathiphyllum) can be deceiving, but also "male happiness" (anthurium). And all thanks to oxalates - salts of oxalic acid. In contact with the skin and mucous membranes, the juice is irritating, burns and ulcers are possible (depending on the person's tendency to allergies). The presence of any part of the flower in the oral cavity causes swelling and burns.
Plumeria
Smells amazing, reminiscent of different aromas: jasmine, lily of the valley, gardenias, citrus and spices. At the same time, the tree is very beautiful and has a poisonous sap, which causes a burning sensation, an allergic reaction when it comes into contact with the skin.
Narcissus common
Many gardeners prefer to plant varietal daffodil bulbs with huge, fringed flowers in various shades. However, the common daffodil is still popular due to its extraordinary unpretentiousness and speed of reproduction. The whole plant is toxic, especially the bulbs that induce vomiting. Remember: indoors, the smell of daffodil in a bouquet can cause headaches. If you put the bulbs in storage and someone ate them by mistake, you will not envy the victim. Early symptoms include nausea, seizures, and loss of consciousness. Then comes paralysis and death. If you like daffodils, make sure you plant the bulbs with rubber gloves. Avoid contact with flowers if there are open wounds on the body.
Yew berry
The beautiful evergreen yew shrub is used for gardening and hedges. It can attract the attention of children with beautiful berries. Meanwhile, almost all parts of this bush are dangerous. Wood, bark, needles and yew seeds contain a poisonous alkaloid called taxin, which can cause convulsions and respiratory arrest. Moreover, the concentration of the poison grows with the age of the tree.
In this plant, only the pulp of the berries is edible, but there are dangerous seeds inside it. Poisoning with poisonous substances of the yew berry is very dangerous and can resemble the consequences even after years.
Folk signs: what is possible, what is not?
To trust folk omens or not is a personal matter for everyone. At the same time, it is worth remembering that most often signs arise on the basis of long-term observations of ancestors. Consider what the appearance of some indoor plants in the house entails:
Cacti are unfavorable plants for the home. It is believed that the presence of a cactus in the apartment turns the husband into a person suffering from alcoholism. There is a second sign, which says that in a house where there is a cactus, a girl will not marry happily or will not meet a chosen one at all. Also, cactus has a bad effect on relationships between family members.- Ferns take vitality from a person, being an energy vampire. In a house with a fern, a person will feel constantly tired, inactive, sleepy.
- Ivy and climbing plants, according to folk signs, scare men away. In a house where there are such plants, a man will constantly strive to go somewhere. In addition, ivy negatively affects the state of mind, depriving a person of optimism and balance.It is best to keep these plants outside the house. So, ivy will act as a protector.
- Dieffenbachia is dangerous for its poisonous properties, and also takes health away from the household.
Mother-in-law's tongue is a plant that has practically no stem, with elongated longitudinal leaves with a bright green color. It is believed that the presence of such a flower in the house leads to loneliness and the inability of the girl to get married. The plant has a negative effect on feminine strength, so it is dangerous to keep it in the bedroom. The flower, as it were, "drives" men out of the house.- Sansevieria is a curious plant that looks like the tail of a fish. For this reason, it is also nicknamed the "pike tail". The leaves of the flower, painted green, have such a bizarre shape. The plant blooms and has a pleasant aroma. But, according to the signs, it negatively affects family and personal life. The presence of this flower in the house leads to loneliness.
- The palm tree often decorates the interiors of many rooms, but it is better not to put such a flower at home. The palm tree contributes to the appearance of grief in the family, if it was presented to you. Save this plant for office spaces or other locations.
- Ficus can cause allergies, but in addition, it is believed that the flower negatively affects the appearance of children in the house. If you want a child, then this plant is not worth purchasing. There has been a long debate about ficus. There is a directly opposite opinion on this plant. It says that ficus solves the problem of infertility and contributes to family well-being.
When organizing a flower corner in an apartment or landscaping your home, choose the flowers that best suit you based on your lifestyle, the appearance of the flower and its properties.
Healing peony
Peony flowers are delicate and beautiful, but few know that the plant is poisonous. The flowers contain the dye peonin, when it enters the body, nausea, vomiting and general weakness appear.
The roots of the medicinal peony are more insidious. Along with medicinal compounds, they contain some types of alkaloids, the properties of which are not fully understood. In case of an overdose of drugs from peony rhizomes, the heartbeat may increase, vomiting and dizziness may appear.
Yasenets (burning bush)
The ash tree forms a slender bush with many beautiful inflorescences and is often used as a decoration for gardens. But this showy plant is dangerous. When its seeds ripen, a huge amount of essential oil is released. If you bring a match to the plant, a flame will flare up over it. In this case, the ash tree itself will not suffer. This curious feature was the reason for the appearance of the second name - the burning bush.
Do not touch the ash tree without gloves and closed clothing BURNING BUSH. You will not feel anything right away, but after about a day, burns with blisters may appear on the affected area of the skin. Later, the bubbles will burst, leaving scars in their place.
Spurge
All sorts of species of this huge genus of plants are sometimes very different from each other: some look like wildflowers, others like cacti ... One thing unites all representatives: the caustic milky juice, which gave the genus its name.
This juice is toxic Keratouveitis caused by Euphorbia plant sap. It leaves burns on the skin, and once on the mucous membrane of the eye, it causes a sharp burning sensation and temporary blindness. Later, symptoms such as fever, malaise and swelling may appear.
Sosnovsky's hogweed
This giant "dill" with large white inflorescences on thick stems can reach three meters in height. If you see this, don't get close.
Hogweed juice contains furanocoumarins, which deprive the skin of UV protection. Therefore, burns and large blisters appear on the affected areas, even under the gentle morning or evening sun. And if the juice gets on the mucous eyes, you can go blind.
In fairness, we will say that there are also non-dangerous species of hogweed.Some of them are even eaten. For example, for cooking borscht, hence the name.
But if you are not a botanist and are not sure that the specific umbrellas and the stems with leaves located under them are harmless, it is better not to risk it.
Broadleaf Kalmia
A beautiful shrub with large reddish-pink or white inflorescences, it is a close relative of azalea and rhododendron. Leaves, twigs, flowers and pollen are deadly. Broad-leaved Kalmia is also called mountain laurel. The plant contains andromedotoxin, which instantly attacks the gastrointestinal tract. The victim has increased salivation, tearfulness, shortness of breath and slowing of the pulse. In severe poisoning, there may be renal failure, seizures, paralysis, coma, and in some cases death.
