With its red glowing stamens, the callistemon stands out clearly in its heyday. Its leaves are also attractive because they smell like citrus when you rub them between your fingers. But is the cylinder cleaner completely harmless?
Is the cylinder cleaner poisonous to people or animals?
The callistemon (Callistemon) is harmless to humans because it has no toxic components that would arouse the appetite for fruits or seeds. However, pets should not nibble on the plant to avoid intolerance reactions.
A harmless exotic animal
Most people know the cylinder cleaner - whether grown as a tree or shrub - as an ornamental plant. Less is known whether this plant is poisonous. Unfortunately, there is little information about the toxicity of this plant, which comes from Australia.
But one thing is certain: it poses no danger to humans. It has neither appetizing fruits nor tasty seeds. And it is unlikely that you will be able to enjoy the leaves. Rather, it is a feast for the eyes.
Tip
Especially when overwintering this plant, be careful not to allow pets to nibble on it. Otherwise you could be affected by intolerance symptoms.
