Chickweed

Chickweed

Name

Stellaria, 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.

Chickweed

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.

Chickweed

Symptoms

Very little information about symptoms. The toxin must be a mild irritant.

Danger

Contains spaonins and large quantities can be toxic.

Chickweed

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