Is Longleaf groundcherry Poisonous

September 11, 2024 1 min read

Longleaf groundcherry is poisonous when ingested due to its content of solanine, a toxic compound.

Unripe longleaf groundcherry fruit and leaves can cause gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.

In severe cases, consuming large amounts of longleaf groundcherry can lead to hallucinations, paralysis, and even death.

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Is Longleaf groundcherry toxic to humans?

Longleaf groundcherry is poisonous when ingested due to its content of solanine, a toxic compound. Similarly to many species within the nightshade family, longleaf groundcherry possesses toxins in its leaves and unripe fruit which can cause gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain, a burning sensation of the throat, dizziness, headaches, inflammation and pain in the joints. In severe cases where a large concentration of solanine is consumed, or when longleaf groundcherry is ingested by children, symptoms can include hallucinations, paralysis, jaundice, fever, hyperthermia, and even death. It is important to note that even ingestion in moderate amounts can cause fatality.

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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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