Is Golden spider-lily Poisonous

September 11, 2024 1 min read

Golden spider-lily produces bright gold flowers that can enhance any garden.

The roots of golden spider-lily contain lycorine, a mildly toxic alkaloid.

Despite its toxicity, golden spider-lily's roots are rarely consumed due to their unappetizing appearance.

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Is Golden spider-lily toxic to humans?

Golden spider-lily is a common garden plant with bright gold flowers. The plant’s roots are mildly toxic when eaten. There is minimal risk of deliberate consumption since only the roots contain the poisonous alkaloid lycorine. It is also unlikely to be eaten accidentally since the roots don’t resemble any edible plants. Symptoms of poisoning include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, salivation, and shivering, but the effects are mild and non-life-threatening.

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