Plant Description:

1. Long, linear, erect, broad green leaves, 2-ranked, with parallel veins and sharp points

2. Thick, fleshy root stalks; bulb-like structure underground

3. Other plants causing related problems:

Scientific Name

Common Name

Amaryllis, spp

Amaryllis

Colchicum, spp

Autumn crocus

Narcissus, spp

Daffodil

Hyacinths, spp

Hyacinths

Tulip, spp

Tulip

Toxic Principle:

1. Probably an irritant resin affecting the gut

Disease:

1. Usually not lethal- seen more in dogs

2. Onset time less than 1 hour

3. Vomiting, diarrhea

Treatment:

1. Symptomatic