With its lush blue flowers, the wisteria cannot be overlooked. The robust climbing plant also creates a Mediterranean flair and holiday feeling in your home garden. However, this is not without danger, because wisteria is very poisonous.
Is wisteria poisonous?
Wisteria is highly poisonous because all parts of the plant, especially the seed pods, contain various toxic components. Symptoms of poisoning include paleness, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and dilated pupils. In the worst case, it can lead to circulatory collapse or death.
Various poisonous components can be found in all parts of the plant. However, the seed pods pose a particular danger. They burst with a bang and throw the seeds out. This is not just attractive for children. However, even the (perhaps unintentional) consumption of two seeds can cause poisoning.
How does wisteria poisoning manifest itself?
Not only the seeds but all parts of the wisteria are very poisonous. Consuming it can cause different symptoms. The pupils dilate and the affected person becomes pale and sleepy. Dizziness, nausea and severe headaches occur, as well as vomiting and diarrhea.
Severe poisoning can lead to circulatory collapse and even death. Wisteria can also be fatal for dogs, cats and other pets. When poisoned, animals show similar symptoms to humans and should be treated in the same way.
Symptoms of wisteria poisoning:
- paleness
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Vertigo
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- dilated pupils
- Circulatory collapse
- Caution: highly poisonous!
What should I do in case of poisoning?
You should consult a doctor or hospital immediately, especially if children are affected by poisoning. Because it is usually difficult or impossible to determine exactly what and how much they have eaten. In mild cases, it could help to drink a lot and use charcoal tablets to bind the toxins.
Tip
As wisteria is highly poisonous, it does not belong in a family garden!
