Twenty-five pounds of fresh material are required to kill a mature horse. Sesban. asphyxia. Distribution: (Map 45) Coastal plain, piedmont, and occasionally in the lower altitudes of the mountains. rootstocks. 2) Leaves (fronds) usually 10-40 in. It is rare in North Carolina but apparently more toxic than the sicklepod. Water-based triclopyr formulations will not injure grasses and other grasslike plants. petals 5, yellow; stamens many. L. - Black Leaves Poisonous principle: Hydrocyanic acid (also called prussic acid), which is one of the decomposition products formed by the action of enzymes on the glycoside amygdalin. 51) Tall, coarse, herbaceous perennials from a scaly, thick demulcents. edema; severe lameness-laminitis; nonfatal. Grows in moist low areas, usually in open habitats, throughout the state. Cooperative Extension. The possible natural healing benefits and uses of Ladys Thumb are offered purely for entertainment and research purposes. intenstine. No satisfactory treatment has been found. philodendron, Spathiphyllum spp. L. - (L.) Pallas - yellow sweetclover. In the peak growing season, mile-a-minute can put on up to 6 inches of growth a day. Approximately 2% animal weight may be dangerous. 36). Pulmonary These herbicides have only preemergence activity and must be applied 2 to 3 weeks prior to germination to get moved into the soil by rainfall. alternate, slightly toothed, and petioled. leaflets glandular pubescent and aromatic. glabrous, purple-striped or -mottled stems that are hollow except for partitions at the nodes. USDA. capsule. Herb. The two look similar and oriental ladys thumb has the telltale pink flowers. Symptoms: See Prunus serotina for discussion. Consideration given to maintain respiration and circulation and to control Symptoms: Salivation, sweating, dyspnea, panting, Its a bit rare in the United States than regular ladys thumb, but is attractive and edible nonetheless. (Hercules-club) is a small tree with large divided leaves and circles of prickles around the stem. Found in bogs, woodlands, meadows; throughout the state. Animals poisoned: Sheep, cattle, and horses. anemic, dyspneic, with hemoptysis, mucous membranes). Hemp dogbane, Indian hemp. Periodicity: Entire growing season; toxicity decreases with maturity. corolla short, funnel-shaped, or bell-shaped, yellowish with a dark center. racemes; corolla tubular with 5 irregular lobes (2 forming the upper lip and 3 forming the lower lip); fruit a racemes; corolla white, pink-tinged or greenish white, long and narrow. The plant may re- bloom into fall. L. - Parts of plant: Fruits mostly; flowers, leaves, and bark also contain some of the poisonous principle. Nitrate poisoning may occur with less-than-lethal amounts ingested. Afebrile, dilated pupils and rolling of eyes, periodic violent White snakeroot, Fall poison. Benth. Necropsy: Acute toxicity yields no lesions. - Rattlebox, Poisonous principle: An alcohol, trematol, which is cumulative, and certain glycosides excreted in the milk of lactating cows; resin acid. racemes. Leaves simple, Distribution: Southeastern coastal plain. How do I get rid of lords and ladies plants? Treatment: Heart, respiratory Leaves 1/2 to 2 in. The buckwheat family Polygonaceae is a diverse group of plants and is a good model for investigating biogeography, breeding systems, coevolution with symbionts such as ants and fungi, functional trait evolution, hybridization, invasiveness, morphological plasticity, pollen morphology, and wood anatomy. Flowers in Distribution: Found commonly throughout the state. Parts of plant: All parts, green or dried in hay. Description: Annual herb with erect, freely-branched stems. Occurrence. Take care to keep this Christmas decoration away from house pets. Flowers with 2 short rounded spurs; wihte or pale pink; tubers yellowish. Flowers yellow, 10-18 mm long, with spur 4-8 mm; fruits erect. Parts of plant: Grains (often found in wheat and oats), or plants during dry weather in the fall. Two species grow in North Carolina. rootstock. Prunus serotina Aesculus spp. Preemergence herbicide plus Plateau* (imazapic), Aquaneat (glyphosate) plus Garlon 3A (triclopyr). Sudden death from cyanide poisoning. blades rather long and narrow. Nicotine is a very toxic alkaloid. The distinguishing characters, habitats, and distributions are given below Heavenly bamboo. Leaves Eupatorium rugosum Severe acute anemia results in the death of poisoned animals. B. angustifolia Red-root, Paint-root, hemoglobinuria are consistent findings. panicles. St. Johnswort, Goat-weed, Klamathweed. harlequin. (Lam.) I pick leaves and flowers from the spring through early October, and dry the parts so they can be used in teas, casseroles, omelets, and poultices year-round. in cross-section and hairy. Is Cherry Laurel poisonous to dogs? Animals poisoned: Cattle, horses, and pigs. Symptoms: Severe gastrointestinal irritation after two hours. Avoid potentially nephrotoxic antibiotics Flowers in terminal (L.) DC. L. - Flowering spurge. Every part of the Ladys Thumb plant is edible. number 3.) Symptoms: Emetic and purgative, may cause nervous symptoms and Edematous bronchial and mediastinal lymph nodes. 43) A deciduous shrub or small tree. Group number: 2. - whorled, somewhat thin, and with short petioles. L. - Common rhizome; stem leafless, bearing a one-sided Treatment: Therapy for red maple poisoning should included isotonic fluids and oxygen. (Map 20). and V. parviflorum First true leaves are alternate, lanceolate in outline, and hairy on the upper surfaces. A. michauxii (Kuntze) Hermann in the coastal plain and lower piedmont. Congested visceral organs. Distribution: Throughout the entire state. Necropsy: Gross hemorrhages throughout; nephritis. (Buckl.) Iris long. Flowers small, in short pokeweed, Poke, Inkberry, Pigeonberry. Administer vitamin K1; affected animal seldom recovers. (Map 13). Distribution: (Map 51) Uncommon; along the coast. Bitterweed. Eubotrys and Leucothoe spp. Flowers yellow, in heads, ray alternate, 2- or 3-compound. edema. It produces a primary photosensitization in direct sunlight 24 hours after being eaten. catkins; female flowers in small clusters. Maximum tolerable limits for seeds in feed are 6-8 seeds per kilogram of feed. cardiac paralysis if eaten in quantity. If illness has progressed to the point of advanced Teratogenic effect (crooked calf disease) in cattle. It has been known to grow successfully in soil that is composed of heavy clay, sand, or even gravel. - Larkspur, leaflets which are narrow and coarsely toothed; leaves Bradycardia is pronounced and progresses to sudden death without a struggle. (A. octandra Marsh.) rhizome. opposite, thick, entire margined, oblong to obovate with rounded apex. Distribution: (Map 56) Southeastern North Carolina; uncommon. Animal becomes weak, Sheathed . The seeds are small and often distributed by accidental movement. Distribution: (Map 53) Occasional as a weed in the piedmont and coastal plain. If taken with other forage, the oak leaves not only are harmless but contain valuable food elements. rhizome with fibrous roots. Description: (Fig. Each leaf base has stipules which are fused into a stem . This article displays images to assist with identification and provides recommendations for control, including a management calendar and treatment and timing table. 35). Habitat: Mountain slopes, bluffs, riverbanks, and moist woods; some species cultivated as ornamental shrubs. Animals poisoned: Cattle, sheep, horses, and swine. Gross developmental anomalies. Death is rare. (Map 16). epistaxis, and bloody feces. Horsechestnut. Identification: A summer annual weed of horticultural, agronomic, and nursery crops that may reach 3 1/2 feet in height. purgative action. cardiac stimulants, and excess of fluids. 11). Broken branches with mistletoe also should not be available to livestock. Animals poisoned: Cattle, hogs, and sheep. Keep berries away from cats and dogs. cathartic to reduce absorption of toxic compounds. 12). Glechoma hederacea Fruit a long, slender, many-seeded legume usually sickle-shaped and 4-angled. coma, and death if eaten in large quantity (0.01% weight of horses; 0.2% weight of cattle, sheep, or hogs; 1.4% weight of poultry). convulsions; with large amounts the symptoms may be intense abdominal pains, Habitat: Rich, damp soil, especially around buildings in cities and towns. Male-blueberry, He-huckleberry. A. cannabinum L. - Description: Herbaceous perennial from a Symptoms: Vomiting, abdominal pains, diarrhea; cattle feeding for some time on hay containing spurges become weak, collapse Found in dry thickets, borders of woods, uplands, waste places. opposite, 1 1/2 to 4 1/2 in. sepals 5, the upper one hooded and not spurred at the base; Stump sprouts are common. corolla lobes ascending; leaves mostly ascending (L. americana All plants need nitrogen to grow. Correct hypovolemia and electrolyte imbalance. The leaves are all basal and grass-like but somewhat spongy and bright green. The evergreen photinias are popular ornamental shrubs grown for their round clusters of white flowers, red berries, and particularly their red new leaves in the spring. Necropsy: Characteristic of gastroenteritis; fatty degeneration of liver and kidney. Symptoms: The andromedotoxin has the following effects: loss of appetite, repeated swallowing with sedatives. petioles, rachis, and A surfactant (e.g., Alligare 90) needs to be added. stimulants. Symptoms: Vomiting, gastritis, muscular weakness, and Division of Plant Industry. Stout perennial; flowers blue, 1-1 1/4 in. - Sneezeweed, Fruit a cylindrical Habitat: Roadsides, waste places, and around old home sites. Pieris floribunda It quickly develops into a handsome, upright clump. Treatment: Parenteral thiamine (10 mg/kg body weight). Description: Trees or shrubs. Habitat: Rich woods, flat woods, and low grassy fields. Necropsy: Blood and mucous membranes L. - Lima alternate, opposite, or Necropsy: Cardiac and skeletal muscle degeneration; congestion, fatty degeneration, and centrilobular liver Chinaberry, 31) Deciduous tree, 20-40 ft tall, with alternate, twice-pinnately divided leaves 1-3 ft long; whorled. While a biocontrol agent has been identified, finding and reaching dense patches of mile-a-minute weeds has been a problem for land managers. Habitat: Moist fields and open pinelands, edges of marshes and swamps. Symptoms: Intense, direct irritation of the skin and mucous membrane of oral cavity, esophagus, stomach, and intestines. dyspnea. capsule. Mountains and upper piedmont (Map The reproductive for the two species. It came to the United States from Eurasia during the middle of the 1800s era. Oleander. Hypericum perforatum L. When harvested in September in the fall Ladys Thumb will sometimes be tougher and not as flavorful. Semi-evergreen, it makes a fine choice for using as ground cover in a mixed herbaceous border, and its blooms are popular with pollinators. Animals poisoned: Cattle. and Narcissus See also: Invasive Plants and Insects Fact Sheets for additional species to help control invasive species in Maryland. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Treatment: Respiratory stimulants, gastric and nervous (Michx.) cherry, Bird cherry. (Dangerous, but uncommon or rarely eaten). See Prunus for treatment of cyanide poisoning. Usually not eaten. Raw leaves and flowers can be dried and brewed into tea. Oil and Distribution: (Map 32) Infrequent in the coastal plain and lower piedmont. Tall, evergreen, harsh textured stem, infrequently branched unless the apex is damaged or removed; cone terminal. bittersweet. opposite below and alternate in the upper portion of the plant; flowers small and green, the sexes separate. The leaf blades often have a brown or black spot in the centre and are narrowly ovate and have entire margins. Leaves opposite, simple, 3-5 palmately lobed with pointed lobes, V-shaped sinuses, and toothed margins; Habitat: Woods and slopes of the high mountains; also as cultivated ornamentals. spp. Description: Annuals, or herbaceous Symptoms: Clinical signs are the direct results of methemoglobinemia. Flower heads in short axillary clusters. Description: (Fig. Tree of cultivation, throughout the state; flowers white with yellow or orange markings. These are used medicinally in the treatment of laryngitis and asthma; overdoses act as Seeds also contain chrysarobin and lectin (toxalbumins); alkaloids. icterus, cyanosis, and a brownish discoloration of blood and urine. Cicuta. berry, but seldom formed. For more information see Sorghum halepense. dilated pupils, cyanosis, and possibly pulmonary It is best consumed from the middle of spring through the late fall. - Common Moist fields and woods. Description: Shrub or small bushy tree to 30 ft tall. Rabbit's-pea, Description: Deciduous tree. This wild edible and medicinal plant has been used to treat a vast array of ailments and injuries, often in poultice form. Look for plants that are anywhere between 8 inches and 30 inches in height (between 20 cm and 80 cm), but you can sometimes spot plants that are 3 feet tall! (Ait.) hydrangea, Wild hydrangea, Seven-bark. Periodicity: Spring or fall; most dangerous during a dry season or in late summer or fall. - Wormseed, Papaver somniferum L. Diterpenoid substances phorbal and ingenol have been isolated from some plants. In ruminants -- several potentially toxic: glycoside, aplastic anemia factor, hematuric factor, and a carcinogen. demulcent; parenteral injection of fluids and electrolytes, especially sodium; atropine if indicated. 14). alternate, pinnately divided into 4-6 - Bouncingbet, Treatment: Use other hay; alternating the sweet-clover with other hay does not cause trouble. L.) - Coffee senna or coffee L. - Common sneezeweed, Bitterweed. However, they are generally more pronounced. Poisonous principle: Tetranortriterpene neurotoxins attacking the whole central nervous system; unidentified gastroenteric toxins, probably saponin. Death is rare because a large dose of the poison is required. Leaves Is Persicaria 'Red dragon' poisonous? Prescriptions for controlling mile-a-minute stress completing control operations before July 1 to prevent seed production. long; flowers inconspicuous on a stalk the height of the leaves. Habitat: Ponds, swamps, along streams, roadside ditches, and other moist or wet habitats. Habitat: Woods, thickets, roadsides, clearings, and pastures. This grass is an introduction from Europe. weed. Reviewed by Norris Muth, Amy Jewitt, and Andrew Rohrbaugh. hyperemia extending into the cortex; bladder Nursing calves can be poisoned through the milk without the mother showing symptoms of poisoning. L., and L. villosus Willd. Animals poisoned: Cattle, swine, poultry, horses, goats, sheep. (privet) is an evergreen shrub, tree, or hedge widely planted as ornamentals around buildings or along streets. A lock ( LockLocked padlock icon ) or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. 15). spasms, slow and shallow breathing, dizziness, and convulsions, followed by death. White Walnut, Black Walnut. Distribution: (Map 60) Fairly common in the southeastern coastal plain. Parts of plant: Leaves, green or dried; twigs. salivation, nasal discharge, dullness, depression, Poisonous principle: An oil, protoanemonin, in highest concentration at time of flowering. The seeds can also be dried in a dehydrator on the seed and nuts setting for around 8 hours. Poisonous principle: The saponic glycoside githagenin. No information regarding the poisonous nature of this species is available, but it was considered poisonous by Duncan (1958). (Fig. Distribution: (Map 49) Mountains and piedmont and occasionally on the coastal plain. The yellow-flowered cowslip of marshy ground is found rarely in the mountains Seeds can be eaten raw, roasted, cooked, or sauted. Fresh or dry. Treatment: Fluids and nutrients; cathartic. Parts of plant: Leaves and mostly the bulbs (0.5-0.75% animal's weight). Seedlings: Cotyledons are elliptic to lanceolate in outline, whit hairs along the margins. sessile (fertile) and 1 stalked (male). Distribution: Rare as an escape; illegally planted in various parts of the state. the berries are available. Coffeeweed, Coffeebean, Bagpod-sesbania. Is persicaria Bistorta an evergreen? Jumpseed is a perennial, named for its seeds which can "jump" several feet when a ripe seedpod is disturbed. In later stages, animals may be constipated and - Fetter-bush. diarrhea, nervousness. [3] It has a cosmopolitan distribution, with species occurring nearly worldwide. 13). spp. Symptoms: Latent period for several hours. (Sorghum vulgare Pers.) Description: Shrub with evergreen, alternate, leathery leaves, which are ciliate on the margin. See also: Aquatic Invasive Species: Resources for additional species information. Symptoms: Chronic exposure with acute signs. The seeds are disc-shaped, are brown or dark-brown, and have a shiny texture. Desm. Symptoms: Gastrointestinal irritation, vomiting, profuse diarrhea, weak pulse; rapid, labored breathing, shock; animals sometimes die from cardiovascular collapse without showing any of these symptoms. Description: (Fig. Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey. stimulants, and nerve sedatives; oil type 46) Herbaceous perennial 1-4 ft tall, with erect and simple or branched stems. The membranes on the nodes have a papery type feel and are covered with tiny and slanting hairs that measure up to 2 millimeters long. However, it does severely stunt the plant's growth. hemorrhages throughout, laryngeal edema, intestinal ulcers, low platelet count, and - Wonder flower. L. - Milkbush, Pencil-tree. Leaves (anoxia). Persicaria odorata has no toxic effects reported. Fruit berry-like and juicy. Ill. - Matrimony-vine. Poisonous principle: Volatile oils; the nature of the toxic principles is still unclear. Seeds can also be transported in contaminated soil found on heavy machinery and logging equipment. Some folks into homemade dyes use it to get a bright yellow color. DC.). purgative in small amounts. - anthurium, tailflower, Dieffenbachia D. Matted vines in severe infestation overtopping other vegetation. 40) Annual Poisonous principle: Alkaloid taxine; ephedrine and HCN. This combination retains much of the selectivity of preemergence herbicides alone, but it lets you apply closer to or even after germination. The fruit is similar to that of Treatment: Ineffective once clinical signs are observed. (Map 46). Periodicity: Late summer and fall when palatable forage is scarce. Animals poisoned: Cattle, but poisoning is rare because these plants are seldom eaten. Description: Perennial herb with short, knotty and distributions are given below. English Ivy, Ivy. Although Ladys Thumb has not been known to cause photosensitivity in humans, some Polygonum plant species do have such an effect. The plants along the coast with short, erect fruiting drupe with one seed in a hard pit. Evergreen tree; coastal plain and often planted elsewhere. anuria, and hematuria). Each individual flower oval is roughly one-eighth of an inch long. edema. Urine from affected animals causes mydriasis in laboratory animals (diagnostic). Necropsy: Variable congestion and hemorrhages throughout; degeneration of liver and spleen. During winter, the tangle of dead stems persists, forming a mat over desirable vegetation. sepals usually about 5, green or yellow; anorexia, rough haircoat, depression, bloody feces, gastric irritation, University of Maine. Leaves small, diarrhea, depression, excessive thirst, trembling, sweating, dullness of vision, convulsions, (Map 47). E. recurvus (jonquil, daffodil). Mandrake. opisthotonos, and death. Habitat: Meadows, thickets, moist banks of streams, springheads, seepage areas, and various habitats where the soil is wet or moist. Pale persicaria is a native annual found throughout the UK in waste places and cultivated ground especially on damp soils. respiratory paralysis. respiratory failure. Treatment: No good treatment is known, but morphine is said to be a specific Noncrop sites include fence rows, roadsides, rights-of-way, wildflower plantings, and prairie sites. - Buckwheat. Animals ordinarily do not eat these plants unless other forage is unavailable or the animal is confined to a milkweed-infested pasture. (Fig. It typically forms a spreading foliage mound 2-3 feet tall and as wide or wider. They can be dispersed easily by moving contaminated soil or through water in riparian or wetland areas. Habitat: Found in a variety of conditions, this fern is most common on dry, sterile, sandy, or gravelly soils of woods, roadsides, abandoned fields, and hillsides. Flowers white in drooping Symptoms: Salivation, accelerated pulse and high temperature, labored breathing, green nasal discharge, glabrous. follicles; seeds with a tuft of long silky hairs at the apex. Cannabis sativa L. Periodicity: Most dangerous in summer during hot weather. herbaceous and are usually less than 3-4 ft tall. Habitat: Old fields and open woods, especially in rich damp soil, often on banks of roadside drainage ditches. Poisonous principle: Poisoning attributed to this grass is presumably due to an associated fungus. "Poison honey" is occasionally formed when bees visit Poisonous principle: Cardiac glycosides and resinoids. Dietary supplements (sodium sulfate 340 mg/kg body weight), high protein diet. dilated pupils, congestion of visible Although I am not a tea drinker, several loved ones are, and look forward to the added flavoring in my homemade teas once the plant starts popping up in the spring. Description: Woody vine with alternate, simple, deciduous leaves, the margins toothed. D. cucullaria Lycium halimifolium Baptisia Smithsonian Environmental Research Center. The fruit appear in an elongated cluster at the vine's tips. Mile-a-minute seed can remain viable for at least six years, making eradication difficult. Zomlefer & Judd. Description: Herbaceous perennial from a horizontal strawberry bush) is considered poisonous in Europe and should be suspected until more information is available. No matter what manner you choose to dry seeds, make sure they are spread out on a tray or baking sheet so they do not touch. None should be planted as a green manure crop. (Dangerous, but generally unavailable). This grass is a native of Europe but has become well established as a weed in the state. Toxic Principles: Clinical Signs: If you suspect your pet may have ingested a potentially toxic substance, call the APCC at (888) 426-4435 or contact your local veterinarian as soon as possible. L. - Indian-tobacco, Wild-tobacco. raceme. It is unusual as a shade-tolerant member of a mostly sun-loving genus. long, pale beneath; flowers in short lateral clusters Animals poisoned: Sheep, cattle, and especially horses. capsule with 5 valves; seeds many, dark brown or black, about the size of wheat, and covered with small warts. Celastrus orbiculatus Thunb. K. carolina L. - Mountain laurel, Mountain rootstock. Anticlea, Stenanthium, and Zigadenus spp. Monkshood, Wolf's bane. alternate, 4-8 in. Related plants: Lophiola aurea Ker-Gawl. Poisonous principle: Unknown; considered to be a strong oxidizing agent. Reveal & M. 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