poisonous plants
Houseplants are an important aspect of decorating homes and offices, and a creative hobby for many. However, while most of them are safe, some can be harmful, particularly to small children and pets. A poisonous plant contains a chemical that can be irritate skin, cause an allergic reaction, make a person ill or even cause death. Some are much more toxic than others, and large quantities of some may be needed to cause harm, while a very small amount of others can cause serious problems.
It might not be necessary to eliminate poisonous plants if they are inaccessible to children and pets, but is important to teach children the danger of putting parts of plants into their mouths. Poisonous plants must be kept in areas where pets don't have access to them. If you aren't sure of the names of plants you have, there are many good houseplant books and our staff will be glad to help you. You can email us at gardenhelp@greengate.ca
If a child has eaten any part of a plant in the following list, call your local Poison Control Centre for help. A veterinarian should be contacted if it is suspected that a pet may have eaten a poisonous plant.Calgary regional poison centre 670-1414
Alberta wide call 1-800-332-1414