Burning Bush

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Crimson Burning Bush along a Grey Fence

Burning Bush

Names: Euonymus, Summer cypress, strawberry bush, hearts-a-bustin, spindle tree, wahoo

Description: Evergreen shrub with leaves that grow opposite and turn bright red in the fall. Flowers are small, green to maroon, fruit is a red / pink / ivory / yellow capsule with red seeds.

Burning bush, Broome Lane, Oct. 22, 2006 (DSC00379)

Concern level: Only during drought season, unpalatable. Generally grown as an ornamental shrub.

Toxic parts: The whole plant is toxic.

burning bush november leaf (2)

Symptoms: Brown mucus membranes and blood, difficulty breathing, depression, blindness, lack of coordination.

Danger: Nitrate poisoning, can cause kidney and liver failure.

Burning bush and the evergreen...

More information: NCSU

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