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Poisonous Plant - Monks Hood
Latin Name: Aconitum napellus
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High Risk
Description: Monk's Hood is a perennial herb with tuberous fleshy roots and erect stout stems (0.5-1.5 meters tall). Leaves have 5-7 segments, deeply divided. Flowers are violet-blue with helmet-shaped hoods.
Symptoms may include: At first a stimulatory effect on the respiration and circulation, followed by a depression with slow laboured breathing and low pulse. Large amounts usually produce death from asphyxia and circulatory collapse.
Notes: Reputed to be Britain's most toxic plant. Risk is small as the plant is comparatively rare. All parts are poisonous and can be absorbed through the skin always use gloves. |
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