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Mildly & Moderately Toxic Plants |
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House Plants |
This list contains house plants that are mildly and moderately toxic. Some of these plants can cause skin rash or irritation, which may be very serious and painful. Others can cause minor symptoms, such as vomiting or diarrhea. Always call the Illinois Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222 if you suspect an ingestion, skin, eye or other exposure from a plant on this list.
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Aloe |
English Ivy |
Poinsettia |
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Anthurium |
Geranium |
Primrose |
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Caladium |
Giant Elephant’s Ear |
Pothos Plant |
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Carnation |
Hurricane Plant |
Rubber Tree Plant |
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Christmas Flower |
Inch Plant |
Schefflera |
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Christmas Rose |
Lobster Plant |
Snake Plant |
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Cineraria |
Moses in a Boat |
Spathiphyllum |
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Crown of Thorns |
Oyster Plant |
String of Pearls |
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Dieffenbachia |
Peace Lily |
Umbrella Tree |
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Donkey’s Tail |
Philodendron |
Wax Plant |
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Dumb Cane |
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If you have a plant that is not included on this list, contact the Illinois Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222 to find out if the plant is toxic. Remember: all plants can be a choking hazard.
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© 2005 Illinois Poison Center, a program of the Metropolitan Chicago Healthcare Council |