Lupine
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Lupine
Names: Lupinus perennis, lupin, lupinus polypyllus, bluebonnet, quaker-bonnets
Description: Perennial that grow up to 30 inches. Leaves grow alternate with hairy segments. Flowers are blue, purple, white, magenta or dual colored. Fruit grows in fuzzy, pea-like pods.
Concern level: Only during drought conditions, unpalatable.
Toxic parts: All parts of the plant are toxic, especially the pods and seeds. Toxicity can vary by season.
Symptoms: Occur within an hour to a day of ingestion, trouble breathing, changes in behavior, tremors, nervousness, depression, lack of coordination, birth defects, coma, death.
Danger: Contains d-lupanine alkaloid which affects the nervous system. Can be fatal
More information: Veterinary Medicine Library
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