Chickweed
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Chickweed
Name: Stellaria media, stellaria pubera, Common chickweed, star chickweed, mouse-ear chickweed
Description: An annual herb which grows up to 8 inches, with fine hairs on its stem. Leaves are small, oval and pointed and grow in pairs. Flowers are white with five petals.
Concern level: Only during drought conditions, it takes a large quantity to create toxicity in an animal.
Toxic parts: All parts of the plant are toxic.
Symptoms: Very little information about symptoms. The toxin must be a mild irritant.
Danger: Contains spaonins and large quantities can be toxic.
More information: DGs Gardening
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