Is Heart of jesus toxic to humans?
The heart of jesus plant has a name that implies purity, but it is actually toxic. Like other *Caladiums*, its sap is extremely irritating when eaten or even just applied to the skin. A painful, itchy rash breaks out on contact. That rash is essentially what a person who ingests it will experience as well, except inside of their mouths and all the way down their digestive tracts. Besides a great deal of pain and irritation, this causes severe nausea, excessive salivation, vomiting and diarrhea, and also significant swelling in many cases. Keep this plant away from children.
Is Heart of jesus toxic to cat?
Heart of jesus (Caladium bicolor), despite its name, is moderately toxic to cats. Chewing the leaves will release toxic calcium crystals that irritate the soft tissue in the mouth, leading to swelling of the throat and tongue and, in some extreme cases, difficulty in breathing. Veterinarians should be able to treat this condition if they are contacted in time.
Is Heart of jesus toxic to dog?
The heart of jesus is moderately toxic to dogs. Its pretty leaves unfortunately contain calcium oxalate crystals that can embed in the tissue of your dog's skin and mouth, causing extreme irritation and swelling of the tongue. Symptoms include excessive drooling, trouble swallowing, and vomiting if your dog has swallowed this plant.
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.
