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Poisonous Plant – Buckeye , Horse Chest Nut
Aesculus hippocastanum, or Buckeye, is a member of the Hippocastanoidae family.
Identification: A tree of moderate size. Compound leaves consist of five leaflets with fine teeth. The fruit contains a bright brown seed covered in a thick, knobby, spined husk. Nut oil and dried leaves are used medicinally.
Habitat: Fields and woodland borders in the temperate zone that stretches from coast to coast, spanning the straits that separate Newfoundland from California, Ontario, and Quebec.
Toxins: rutin, isoquercitrin, quercitrin, and triterpene saponins are the active ingredients. Aescins are a class of saponins that are cytotoxic substances. Symptoms: Severe gastroenteritis is caused by nut or end twig consumption. First Aid: Drink plenty of tepid water, give electrolytes (Gatorade is a good option), and use demulcents like milk of magnesia, Mylanta, or Kaeopectate.
Aesculus hippocastanum, or Buckeye, is a member of the Hippocastanoidae family.
Identification: A tree of moderate size. Compound leaves consist of five leaflets with fine teeth. The fruit contains a bright brown seed covered in a thick, knobby, spined husk. Nut oil and dried leaves are used medicinally.
Habitat: Fields and woodland borders in the temperate zone that stretches from coast to coast, spanning the straits that separate Newfoundland from California, Ontario, and Quebec.
Toxins: rutin, isoquercitrin, quercitrin, and triterpene saponins are the active ingredients. Aescins are a class of saponins that are cytotoxic substances. Symptoms: Severe gastroenteritis is caused by nut or end twig consumption. First Aid: Drink plenty of tepid water, give electrolytes (Gatorade is a good option), and use demulcents like milk of magnesia, Mylanta, or Kaeopectate.
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