Is Devil's walking stick toxic to humans?
The devil's walking stick carries its own special toxin, one that is almost unique to the *Aralia* genus. Araliin is a short-lived but unpleasant chemical that causes brief contact rashes in humans, including inside the mouth and throat if eaten. It exists in the bark and roots but is most concentrated in the berries. These look delicious and are devoured by many different creatures who don't have problems with araliin. If your child or anyone else eats the berries, however, the araliin will irritate the whole gastric system, causing drooling, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Keep this plant away from where kids and cognitively impaired people can reach it.
Is Devil's walking stick toxic to cat?
The devil's walking stick is mildly toxic to cats if ingested. The toxic parts of the plant include the unripe berries, bark, and roots. The berries are not considered toxic when ripe. Symptoms of poisoning include excessive drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Is Devil's walking stick toxic to dog?
Devil's walking stick poisoning may vary from mild to extreme, depending on how much your dog ingests, so please seek veterinary attention if you think they've eaten it. All parts of the plant contain a toxic substance, although the plant's roots and berries have the highest concentrations. Ingestion leads to a burning sensation around the mouth, vomiting, diarrhea, and excessive drooling. In extreme cases symptoms can progress to coma or death.
WARNING
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