QuestionCommon name UMBERELLA plant is the leaf dangerous to eat?
My 1 year old grandson has eaten some
AnswerDavid,
Sorry I didn't get your note sooner. Yes, Schefflera is considered to have Minor Toxicity: Ingestion of these plants may cause minor illnesses such as vomiting or diarrhea. If ingested, call the Poison Control Center or your doctor.
It can also cause Dermatitis: The juice, sap, or thorns of these plants may cause a skin rash or irritation. Wash the affected area of skin with soap and water as soon as possible after contact. The rashes may be very serious and painful. Call the Poison Control Center or your doctor if symptoms appear following contact with the plants.
I hope your grandson is okay.
Darlene