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Names
Paris quadrifolia, True-Lover’s Knot
Description
Perennial with a fleshy rootstock. Leaves have four points, flowers are green / white and grow solitary. Fruit is a purple / black berry. This plant stinks.
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Concern Level
Only during drought conditions, unpalatable.
Toxic Parts
The entire plant is toxic, concentrated in the fruit.
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Symptoms
Gastrointestinal upset, diarrhea, colic, contracted pupils, failure of cardiac and respiratory systems, death.
Danger
Contains saponines which can be fatal.
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More Information
*It should be noted that we are not veterinarians. This information is written specifically for horses and should be used for reference purposes only. If you think your horse has eaten something toxic call your vet right away.