Is Squirrel Corn Poisonous

September 11, 2024 1 min read

All parts of squirrel Corn (except roots) are poisonous if ingested.

Symptoms include trembling, convulsions, vomiting, diarrhea, and labored breathing.

Squirrel Corn is a common garden plant, increasing the risk for children.

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Is Squirrel Corn toxic to humans?

Although squirrel Corn has low severity poisonous characteristics, it is poisonous if it is ingested in large quantities. It can also be poisonous if the sap comes into contact with the skin. All parts of the plant, apart from the roots, are poisonous if eaten. Symptoms of contact with the skin are mild irritations that only last for a few minutes. Symptom of ingesting are caused by alkaloids. These are trembling, convulsions, vomiting, diarrhea, and labored breathing. The level of toxicity depends on the dosage, exposure time, and sensitivity of the person. This is a common garden plant making children more susceptible.

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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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