Is Arisaema erubescens Poisonous

September 11, 2024 1 min read

Ingestion of arisaema erubescens can result in dysphonia, convulsion, or even coma.

Direct contact with arisaema erubescens may cause numbness, irritation, and contact dermatitis.

Arisaema erubescens contains toxins that cause severe symptoms including inflammation, burning, and pain.

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Highly Toxic

Human

Eaten raw, Eaten

Effect methods

Is Arisaema erubescens toxic to humans?

All parts of arisaema erubescens contain calcium oxalate raphides and spicy harsh toxins, causing moderate to severe symptoms if ingested. Toxicity usually occurs through purposeful ingestion and can result in inflammation of the tissue, including the tongue, throat, oral cavity, and oesophagus, as well as itchiness, burning, and pain. In severe circumstances, ingestion of arisaema erubescens can result in dysphonia (a disorder of the voice), convulsion, coma, and even respiratory depression. Just having direct contact with this plant can cause numbness, irritation, and also contact dermatitis. It's safe to say that being wary of arisaema erubescens is a necessity.

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WARNING

The judgment on toxicity and danger is for reference only. We DO NOT GUARANTEE any accuracy of such judgment. Therefore, you SHALL NOT rely on such judgment. It is IMPORTANT TO SEEK PROFESSIONAL ADVICE in advance when necessary.

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