Bouncing Bet
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Bouncing Bet
Names: Saponaria officinalis, Soapwort
Description: Knee-high, spreading perennial weed with jointed stems. Leaves are arranged opposite, and slightly hairy. Flowers are clustered and have white / pink / red blossoms with five notch-tip petals.
Concern level: Only during drought conditions, unpalatable. Animals will even refuse grain containing bouncing bet seeds.
Toxic parts: All parts, seeds and roots especially toxic.
Symptoms: Mild depression, diarrhea (can be bloody), lack of coordination, respiratory problems. ataxia and coma.
Danger: Low level of danger, contain saponins which are highly concentrated in the seeds.
More information: Veterinary Medicine Library
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This information is for reference only, if you think your horse has eaten something toxic, call your vet right away.
