Mustards
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Mustards
Names: Brassica
Description: Large family of plants containing annuals, winter annuals and biennials. Leaves are lobed or toothed. Flowers are yellow or white and have four petals. Fruit grows in tubular capsules.
Concern level: Only during drought conditions, unpalatable.
Toxic parts: Seeds, stems and leaves
Symptoms: Lack of appetite, drooling, diarrhea, stomach pain, paralysis, photosensitization
Danger: Contains mustard oils which are released when seeds are moistened before feeding which contain strong irritants.
More information: Illinois Wild Flowers
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Y
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This information is for reference only, if you think your horse has eaten something toxic, call your vet right away.
