Toxic or harmless?

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Because of this, the will be relative easy-care linden tree often referred to as slightly toxic. However, it is unclear whether the skin reaction is due to toxins or the mechanical stimulus. For safety, wear gloves when you carry your Room linden tree repot or trimming. Symptoms of possible poisoning are not known.

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Is the room linden tree suitable for beginners?

Although it is not difficult to maintain, the room linden tree makes some demands on its location. She likes it bright, but gets in the blazing sun quickly brown leaves.

Normal room temperature is often a bit high for this South African plant, around 10 ° C to 15 ° C is optimal. In the winter 6 ° C to 10 ° C are sufficient. During this time, the room linden tree should be watered little and not fertilized.

The linden tree can grow up to three meters high, too big for many living rooms. It also grows very quickly. Although it can be cut back, it usually no longer looks very nice. Better cut

Offshoot as a replacement for the old plant.

The essentials in brief:

  • is often referred to as slightly poisonous
  • Toxins unknown
  • no known symptoms of intoxication
  • Skin irritation may only be caused mechanically

Tips

If you react very sensitively, then wear gloves as a precaution when repotting or cutting your room linden.

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