Christmas Rose
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Christmas Rose
Name: Helleborus niger
Description: Evergreen perennial that grows to 13.5 inches. Leaves alternate and grow in dark green, shiny leaflets. Flowers are white / pink with five petals and numerous.
Concern level: only during drought conditions, unpalatable.
Toxic parts: The entire plant is toxic.
Symptoms: gastrointestinal irritation, excess drooling, pain in the mouth and throat, diarrhea, weakness, trouble breathing, convulsions, respiratory failure, convulsions.
Danger: Contains cardiac glycosides, spaonins and ranunculosides which can be fatal.
More information: Cornell
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