Is Cytisus scoparius poisonous?
Scotch broom is toxic to humans and some animals. It will cause discomfort and irritation, but is not life-threatening. The seeds and leaves are poisonous and can cause high blood pressure and nausea if ingested. If ingested in large amounts the toxins contained in scotch broom can weaken the heart. Broom is the county flower of Glasgow. Seeds of broom are toxic for humans and livestock. They contain alkaloids which prevent normal functioning of cardiovascular and nervous systems.There are many horticultural cultivars, but native Broom produces attractive pea-like yellow flowers from spring through the summer, providing a boon for a range of pollinating insects. All parts of the plant are poisonous to humans, however!
Is Cytisus poisonous?
Broom (Cytisus scoparius) All parts of the plant are poisonous to humans, however! Like all the native plants we sell, our Broom is grown in the UK from UK seed. Scotch broom is a toxic plant to dogs, posing a significant health risk if ingested. Dogs can accidentally consume parts of this plant, leading to poisoning. The entire plant is harmful, meaning that any part ingested could potentially cause adverse effects.The Scotch broom (Cytisus scoparius), is an invasive shrub with striking yellow flowers. This plant contains toxic alkaloids that can have an adverse effect on your pet’s heart and central nervous system.
Is cytisus scoparius poisonous to humans?
Toxicity. Scotch broom is toxic to humans and some animals. It will cause discomfort and irritation, but is not life-threatening. The seeds and leaves are poisonous and can cause high blood pressure and nausea if ingested. It can cause heart and circulation problems. It might also cause side effects such as nausea and diarrhea. Poisoning can occur with doses greater than 30 grams of Scotch broom. Symptoms of poisoning include dizziness, headache, heartbeat changes, leg weakness, sweating, sleepiness, and widening of the pupils.