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Jimsonweed or Thornapple (Datura stramonium)

Jimsonweed or Thornapple (Datura stramonium)

Toxic Parts

  • All parts are toxic including the pollen

  • Leaves and seeds are especially toxic

Symptoms

  • Hot, dry, flushed skin

  • Thirst

  • Pupil dilation

  • Headache

  • Delirium

  • Vomiting (only rarely)

  • Incoordination

  • Confusion

  • Hallucinations

  • Stupor

  • Rapid and weak pulse

  • Convulsions

  • Coma

  • Fragrance from flowers may cause respiratory irritation, headache, dizziness, and nausea.

  • Sap may cause a rash

Warning signs – Call our office or the poison control center if:

You think your child has eaten or been exposed to any poisonous  plant, bring a piece of the plant to the phone and call the poison  control center now.

You have any questions or concerns, or if you have any doubts about the severity of your child’s symptoms, Call Our Office Now.

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