Is Scrub Oak Poisonous

September 11, 2024 1 min read

Scrub Oak can be toxic to humans if ingested in large quantities.

Symptoms of poisoning from scrub Oak include abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea, and excessive thirst.

Scrub Oak contains tannins, which are bitter compounds discouraging overconsumption.

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Is Scrub Oak toxic to humans?

The scrub Oak can be toxic to humans if ingested in large quantities. All parts of the plant contain tannins, which are generally bitter enough to discourage consumption of large quantities. However, poisoning symptoms from tannin overdose could include abdominal pain, constipation, bloody diarrhea, and excessive urination and thirst. They are used in landscaping as well as growing wild, so curious children may be able to contact this plant and put it in their mouths if not watched.

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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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