While waiting to photograph this flower in a garden in New Orleans, I overheard some people discussing it. All parts of the plant are poisonous. Ingestion can cause symptoms like hallucinations, paralysis and even death. Some communities have banned its sale. I had no idea! No wonder I don't see it in gardens as often as I used to.
@grammyn i never would have known if I had not overheard people saying they could not buy them anymore. I don't have any, but neighbors do and I enjoy seeing theirs. Online some sites said they are poisonous if ingested. Others were not so adamant. I wonder if they worry about children ingesting them?
Human intoxications typically occur due to handling the plant without wearing protective gear or consuming tea-infused with the flowers and fresh leaves. Poisoning may occur if the residue from Angel’s Trumpet plant enters the gastrointestinal tract or the bloodstream either through mucous membranes absorption or ingestion of any part of the plant. When you are watering, feeding, or pruning this plant, make sure you take the right precautions.
Always wear thick gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
Raking and discarding the plant matter should also be done with caution.
Wash off the pruning shears, knives, protective gloves, and other tools which come in contact with this plant to prevent any accidental contamination.
l have never used any of these precautions! I have never ingested it either
Always wear thick gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
Raking and discarding the plant matter should also be done with caution.
Wash off the pruning shears, knives, protective gloves, and other tools which come in contact with this plant to prevent any accidental contamination.
l have never used any of these precautions! I have never ingested it either