Basic Illustrated Poisonous and Psychoactive Plants by Jim Meuninck

Author:Jim Meuninck
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781493010257
Publisher: Falcon Guides
Published: 2014-10-07T16:00:00+00:00

ANGEL'S WINGS, ELEPHANT EARS, HEART OF JESUS

Araceae (Caladium × hortulanum)

Identification: Arrowhead-shaped leaves marked in varying patterns in white, pink, and red, resembling unrelated coleus; however, coleus is not toxic to humans. Plant grows to 2' in height.

Habitat: Forests and river banks of south and central America.

Toxins: All parts have calcium oxalate.

Symptoms: Ingestion can cause severe irritation to the mouth and throat and may also be an irritant to the intestinal tract. Children as well as family pets that nibble on the foliage are at risk.

First Aid: If swallowed, call a physician. Skin treatment (irritant) requires copious water irrigation, although the irritant is more soluble in vinegar. For oral exposures, physically remove any plant material from the mouth. Check if airway is compromised; if not, ingest cold liquids, ice cream, Popsicles, or crushed ice for relief. A physician may administer via the mouth diphenhydramine elixir, providing local anesthetic and antihistaminic effects. A compromised airway treatment requires antihistamines, hospitalization, and observation until the edema improves.

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