Is Japanese pieris toxic to humans?
The leaves and flowers of japanese pieris are highly toxic to humans. Poisoning is most likely to occur from accidental ingestion of the leaves or flowers. Symptoms may include a tingling sensation, excessive salivation, runny nose, watery eyes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sweating, stomach pain, headache, heart failure, weakness, and convulsions. Poisoning from japanese pieris can be fatal.
Is Japanese pieris toxic to cat?
The grayanotoxins present in japanese pieris (Pieris japonica) are an extreme hazard to cats; the ingestion of just a few leaves may induce vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and even cardiovascular collapse. Death is not unknown. If an animal is seen nibbling on any part of this plant, veterinary attention should be sought immediately.
Is Japanese pieris toxic to dog?
Japanese pieris contains a potent neurotoxin that is severely poisonous to dogs if ingested; treat it as a veterinary emergency. All parts of the plant contain the toxin. Symptoms generally begin within just a few hours after consumption and even eating just a few of the plant's leaves can prompt the symptoms of poisoning, which include excessive drooling, rapid heart rate, lethargy, and diarrhea.
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.
