Dumb Cane (aka Dieffenbachia)
The symptoms of Dumb Cane poisoning include oral irritation such as burning and swelling in your mouth and tongue, excessive drooling, difficulty swallowing, speech problems, and pain when breathing. It’s also a problem for pets if they chew on this plant, which can cause similar symptoms or even more serious ones, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and a loss of coordination, leading to a seizure, coma, or death! These symptoms may occur within hours of eating this plant, so get your pet to an Emergency Veterinary Clinic ASAP!
Calla Lilly
Calla Lilly contains several toxic compounds known as alkaloids. These chemicals can cause burning in the mouth or throat accompanied by gastrointestinal upset if ingested. In addition, it has been known to cause paralysis in some cases. Make sure you never have any part of this plant where your pet might find it because ingesting even a small amount could prove fatal!
English Ivy
Ivy has always been seen as a sign of good luck and fortune but what isn’t known by many people is that this plant can kill you! It contains a chemical called triterpenoid saponins, leading to symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach aches. Luckily, these effects usually go away after several days if the poisoning isn’t too severe. In rare cases, English Ivy has caused paralysis in some parts of the body due to its effects on your nervous system! However, there have been cases where people were hospitalized from it.
Conclusion
It would be wise to avoid certain houseplants because they can be very dangerous. Always do your research before buying any plant to ensure it won’t harm anyone living with you! Also, if you believe you or someone else may have eaten one of these poisonous plants, then seek immediate medical attention!
