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Are azaleas poisonous to humans and animals?
Azaleas are toxic to humans and animals, especially young children and pets such as dogs, cats, birds, and small animals. The poison is contained in flowers, fruits, nectar, leaves and plant sap and can trigger symptoms of poisoning.
Are azaleas poisonous?
Actually, azaleas count alongside example cyclamen and A leafamong the most poisonous indoor plants. They contain grayanotoxins, diterpenes and acetylandromedol. The poison is in the flowers, fruits, nectar, leaves and plant sap. Although azaleas are relatively slightly poisonous, putting them in your mouth is enough to trigger symptoms of poisoning. It is not known exactly what dose can lead to a life-threatening situation. In any case, it should be avoided that children and animals die azalea reachable.
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Who is the azalea poisonous to?
Especially for toddlers and playful pets azaleas pose a serious threat. Due to their pronounced play instinct and curiosity, they like to nibble on everything.
Especially for Dogs, cats, birds and small animals such as hamsters, guinea pigs and rabbits Consuming the plant can have serious consequences.
You should be sure that the Location is safe for children and animals and yet good for the plant. Otherwise, it's better to give away or sell your poisonous azaleas to child- and pet-free households.
What are the symptoms of azalea poisoning?
Early signs of azalea poisoning include the following possible symptoms:
- Vomit
- excessive salivation
- Diarrhea
- gastrointestinal complaints
- muscle cramps
- Tremble
- sweats
- circulatory problems
- irregular breathing
- Sensory disturbances in the limbs
What to do if you get poisoned by azaleas
If you find that your child has been exposed to the azalea, consider the following First Aid Measures meet:
- Keep calm and act wisely, but don't dally.
- Wash the child's hands, rinse out their mouth and give them water to drink. Never induce vomiting!
- If the first symptoms of poisoning appear or you are unsure, contact the poison information center on Tel.: 01 406 43 43
- If the symptoms are particularly severe, call the emergency number 144 as soon as possible
Tip
Garden azaleas are also poisonous
Also pay attention to azaleas that you have planted in the garden or in a bucket on the terrace. Outdoor azaleas are also poisonous to humans and animals. Make sure that your curious cat, playful puppy or toddler cannot reach the plant unsupervised. If necessary, fence off this garden area or place the bucket on a secure pedestal.
