Some poisonous buttercups
- Sharp buttercup
- Burning buttercups
- Bulbous buttercup
- Poison buttercup
Which parts of the plant are particularly poisonous?
All parts of the plant, but especially blossoms and the roots of the buttercup are poisonous. So leave it with you Fighting buttercups there are no parts of plants in the garden.
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The toxin of the buttercup is protoanemonin.
Symptoms of poisoning can already appear directly on the skin through plant sap. Therefore, children should be encouraged not to pick the buttercups.
Symptoms of intoxication on skin contact and consumption
Skin contact with buttercups can lead to reddening of the skin, itching and blistering, known as buttercups.
When consuming large amounts of buttercup, the following occur:
- Vomit
- diarrhea
- Dizziness
- cramps
- Paralysis
If buttercup juice comes on the skin, the affected areas should be rinsed well with clear water. If the plant has been consumed, it is advisable to see a doctor. He will usually initiate a charcoal detox and other appropriate measures.
Animals cannot tolerate buttercups either
Buttercup is currently spreading heavily in pastures for horses, cattle and sheep. Most animals avoid the poisonous herb. But if the pasture has already been grazed, animals also eat buttercups.
Pets are not allowed to be fed fresh buttercups. When collecting fresh herbs in nature, be careful not to pick a buttercup with you.
Tips
Dried buttercups are no longer poisonous. Even if parts of the plant get into animal feed, there is no longer any danger. However, when collecting pet food, the percentage of buttercups should be kept as low as possible.