Is Asthma-plant Poisonous

September 11, 2024 1 min read

Asthma-plant is mildly toxic especially to children, causing symptoms like nausea and vomiting when leaves are ingested raw.

The plant leaves contain E. hirta, a methanol extract that is toxic in large doses.

Toxicity occurs around 5g per 1kg of body weight, but adults are generally safe.

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Is Asthma-plant toxic to humans?

Asthma-plant is mildly toxic, particularly to children. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea when the leaves are ingested raw. Plant leaves contain E. hirta, a methanol extract that is mildly toxic in large doses. Toxicity occurs around 5g per 1kg of body weight. A large amount of the extract must be taken orally before any side effects occur. The plant is considered safe for adults, but care should be taken around children.

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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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