Question about Poinsettia (Christmas Flower) ...?
The cultivated poinsettia ( Euphorbia pulcherrima ) is neither poisonous nor has it any medical use, it`s a beauty only.
The latex of wild (!!!) variety contains not too strong poisonous diterpene esters. Eating parts of plant effects abdominal pain where vomiting and diarrhea can occur. Frequent contact with the skin effects redness, swelling, blisters after some delay. A specific antidote is not known.
Its origin goes back to Mexico, where the Indians used the red bracts ( containing anthocyanins ) as a dye and the processed latex against fever.
More about the story it should be poisonous and further
infos are to find in the sources.
Reply:pioisonus
Reply:If you prefer an answer from a scientist or botanist, why as us?
Reply:The poinsettia is a toxic flower, so don't let it be eaten by children or pets. Not a scientist but I have enjoyed raising the flowers.
Reply:well, all i can tell you... don't try to eat it.. it is poisonous and it will kill ya or make you very sick..
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