Is Canadian wood nettle Poisonous

September 11, 2024 1 min read

Accidental contact with canadian wood nettle is the most common cause of poisoning.

The plant's stinging hairs cause intense burning, itching, or stinging that lasts less than an hour.

Canadian wood nettle is found in open forests in North America.

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Slightly Toxic

Human

Leaves, Flowers, Fruits, Roots, Stems, Bark

Toxic parts to human

Eaten

Effect methods

Is Canadian wood nettle toxic to humans?

Poisoning from canadian wood nettle is most likely to occur from accidental contact with the plant. All parts of the plant contain toxic chemicals that can cause mild contact dermatitis. In particular, contact with the small stinging hairs on the stems and leaves can cause intense burning, itching, or stinging that generally lasts less than an hour. These hairs can also leave barbs in the skin that cause a red and blistering skin rash that has the potential to last for days. Canadian wood nettle is most likely to be encountered in open forests in North America.

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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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