Another new week means another new plant to be on the lookout for. Today’s plant looks like it is older than time itself, the Easter Lily is one tough character.
A Little About Easter Lilys
Lilium longiflorum is also called Easter Lily. This is an annual with shiny, dark green leaves that grow around a central stem. Fragrant flowers are large, white and trumpet shaped.
How Dangerous Is It?
This plant is highly unpalatable and rarely found in places where animals graze. However the whole plant is toxic and can cause physical distress and discomfort.
All parts of this plant are toxic to equines.
What To Look For
You know your animal the best, so you should know when something is amiss. Easter Lily toxicity symptoms include gastrointestinal distress, loss of appetite, increased thirst and increased urination.
Learn More
Be sure to check out the Easter Lily page to learn more about the plant and while you are at it why not check out more toxic plants?
*It should be noted that I’m not a veterinarian. 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.