There are a number of irritating plants that can cause rashes, burning and pain when they come into contact with the skin. Learn about poisonous weeds and keep an eye out for them the next time you're outdoors. Be sure to visually inspect the plant when determining whether it is poisonous or not. If you're not wearing gloves, you shouldn't touch anything at all. You only need to come into contact with one of these rash-causing plants to realize that you should always wear gloves and long sleeves when working in your garden. These species aredangerous for people and animalsand must be fought!
Poisonous weed in the garden – spotted hemlock (Conium maculatum)
The fringed leaves of spotted hemlock can easily be confused with parsley, which is a very risky mistake when eating the leaves. If you spot weeds on your property, you shouldcarefully removeand take appropriate security measures. The plant toxins can be absorbed through the skin.
The giant hogweed (Heraclius Mantegazianus)
Hogweed is a annoying, invasive species that occurs throughout Germany. You may have heard of this invasive species because of its terrible effects on the skin. Phytophotodermatitis, which can be caused by the sap of the leaves of giant hogweed and common hogweed (H. sphondylium), is the cause of thewith these plantsassociated complaints. This chemical reaction occurs after the plant sap is exposed to sunlight and comes into contact with the skin. As a result, painful blisters form on the surface of the skin and are severe. The blisters can often persist for months, and the affected area may eventually become sensitive to light for a long time. If it comes into contact with the eyes, the plant can also cause blindness.
These plants can grow 4 to 6 m tall and have leaves that can be up to 1.5 m wide. They are related to carrots and parsley and belong to the same family. The sturdy stems bear umbrella-shaped flowers.
Poisonous weed for dogs, cats, rabbits and humans – Datura (Datura)
The flowering plant belongs to the nightshade family and is known as datura. This wild plant may be native to Central America, but also grows in Europe from May to September. ThePlant is poisonousand the seeds contain alkaloids that can be fatal if consumed. Datura herb produces white or purple trumpet-shaped flowers followed by spiny fruits.
The American pokeweed (Phytolacca Americana)
American pokeweed is a perennial plant with fluffy clusters of white flowers that eventually turn into bright berries and attract many species of birds. You may experience symptoms such as nausea and vomiting as well as internal bleeding if you touch any part of this plant, especially the roots. To make matters worse, pokeweed is a noxious weed and difficult to remove. To have the best chance of success, you shouldWeeds on your propertyeliminate immediately.
buttercup (Ranunculaceae) toxic to humans and animals
Every single species of buttercup contains toxins that are harmful to humans and animals. When buttercup leaves are crushed or damaged, a substance known as ranunculin is released. This ranunculin is eventually broken down into an oil that is bitter and poisonous and is called protoanemonin. Exposure to protoanemonin may cause symptoms similar to dermatitis, including severe burning and itching, as well as a rash and blisters. Blisters have been observed to form on the lips and faces of people and animals that have nibbled on the leaves. The toxic oil also severely irritates the eyes. If you ingest this plant, you can end up in a world of trouble, with symptoms like stomach upset, diarrhea and vomiting, dizziness, and even paralysis.
The toxicity of yellow creeping buttercup (also known as buttercup) can vary in severity, but in general individual plants are most dangerous in the spring when they are actively growing and flowering.
Yellow, poisonous weed – Ragwort (Jacobea vulgaris)
Ragwort poses a danger to animals. In recent years there have been more and more cases of poisoning in agriculture, especially in horses and cattle. The regular consumption ofJacobea vulgariscan cause permanent damage to the liver, preventing it from performing its normal functions. This leads to liver disease and can be fatal.
Ambrosie (Ambrosia artemisiifolia)
Ragweed is an annual weed that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is the allergen responsible for causing hay fever, contact dermatitis and allergies. Ragweed is very tolerant of drought and poor soil conditions and prefers full sun. In late summer and early fall, the male flowers produce large amounts of pollen, which is then carried away by the wind. This creates a large number of seeds that can survive for many years.
