What part of Bird of Paradise is poisonous?
The bird of paradise plant is a gorgeous plant many people enjoy having in their gardens. It is a tall plant, four to five feet high, with a very distinct flower. They produce a leguminous pod type fruit which is the most toxic part of the plant; however the other parts of the plant are also toxic. Bird-of-paradise are hardy, drought-tolerant plants that are easy to grow, especially in warm climates, and they are used extensively as ornamental landscape plants. They can also be grown as indoor houseplants in cold areas.The large leaves of the Bird of Paradise act as natural air purifiers and effectively remove toxins like formaldehyde and benzene from the air. This helps purify indoor air and leaves you with a cleaner, more relaxing environment.