Fragrant agrimony Toxic?

Updated 2026-03-06| 5 min read| 3,935 found this helpful
Agrimonia procera Wallr.; Agrimonia odorata auct.
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All parts of Fragrant agrimony are confirmed non-toxic to humans and common domestic animals including cats, dogs, and horses.

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The only notable risk associated with this plant is potential confusion with toxic lookalike Ranunculus (buttercup) species.

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No targeted medical treatment is required for accidental ingestion of positively identified Fragrant agrimony.

FAQ

Is Fragrant agrimony toxic to Humans?

No known toxic symptoms; very rare mild, transient gastrointestinal discomfort may occur with excessive ingestion, unrelated to toxic effects. (Non-toxic)

Is Fragrant agrimony toxic to Cats?

No known toxic symptoms; mild temporary digestive upset may occur in rare cases of very large ingestion. (Non-toxic)

Is Fragrant agrimony toxic to Dogs?

No known toxic symptoms; mild temporary digestive upset may occur in rare cases of very large ingestion. (Non-toxic)

Is Fragrant agrimony toxic to Horses?

No known toxic symptoms; mild temporary digestive upset may occur in rare cases of very large ingestion. (Non-toxic)

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Toxicity Details

Humans
Non-toxic

No known toxic symptoms; very rare mild, transient gastrointestinal discomfort may occur with excessive ingestion, unrelated to toxic effects.

Cats
Non-toxic

No known toxic symptoms; mild temporary digestive upset may occur in rare cases of very large ingestion.

Dogs
Non-toxic

No known toxic symptoms; mild temporary digestive upset may occur in rare cases of very large ingestion.

Horses
Non-toxic

No known toxic symptoms; mild temporary digestive upset may occur in rare cases of very large ingestion.

Toxicity Snapshot

Toxic PartsNo toxic parts identified; the entire plant is classified as non-toxic.
Exposure RouteIngestion, skin contact; no toxic effects recorded for any common exposure route.
Toxic CompoundsNo toxic phytochemicals have been identified in this species

First Aid & Prevention

First 30 Minutes

  • • Rinse mouth with clean water if large volumes of plant material were ingested
  • • Wash any plant residue off skin with mild soap and water to prevent rare mild irritation
  • • Monitor for 1-2 hours for rare mild digestive upset if large quantities were consumed

Contact Vet Immediately

  • • If your pet displays persistent vomiting, diarrhea, or lethargy after ingestion (unrelated to the plant but requires ruling out other causes)
  • • If you cannot confirm the ingested plant is Fragrant agrimony and suspect it may be a toxic lookalike
  • • If a very small pet consumed extremely large volumes of plant material

Prevention

  • • Learn to distinguish Fragrant agrimony from toxic Ranunculus species that grow in similar habitats
  • • Remove confirmed toxic lookalike plants from areas accessible to children and pets
  • • Always confirm plant identification before allowing pets to graze or children to handle unknown wild plants

Treatment & Prognosis

  • • No specific medical treatment is required for confirmed Fragrant agrimony ingestion
  • • Provide supportive care (small sips of water, rest) for rare mild gastrointestinal discomfort if it occurs
  • • Investigate and treat unrelated underlying conditions if persistent adverse symptoms appear
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Professional Toxicology

Scientific NameAgrimonia procera Wallr.; Agrimonia odorata auct.
AliasesGrosser Odermennig、Wohlriechender Odermennig、Aigremoine odorante、Agrimonia profumata
Toxicity Grade
HumansNon-toxic
CatsNon-toxic
DogsNon-toxic
HorsesNon-toxic
Target Organs
No organs are targeted by toxic effects
Mechanism of Action

• No toxic mechanism identified; the plant does not interact negatively with human or animal physiological systems

Other Species Risk (CliniTox)

Information from CliniTox veterinary text.

Cattle: No known toxic effects; ingestion is considered safe for grazing cattle
Sheep: No documented toxicity; consumption of Fragrant agrimony does not cause adverse reactions
Rabbits: No toxic effects reported; the plant can be safely included in forage in small quantities
Confusion Risk

The following plants look similar and may be confused:

Other Agrimonia species Agrimonia spp.
Visually similar to Fragrant agrimony; all related Agrimonia species are non-toxic, so no safety risk from misidentification.
Cinquefoil species Potentilla spp.
Share similar leaf structure and growth habit with Fragrant agrimony; all Potentilla species are non-toxic, no associated safety risk.
Buttercup species Ranunculus spp.
Grow in similar habitats and have superficially similar foliage; Ranunculus species are weakly to severely toxic, containing irritant protoanemonin. Key difference: Buttercups have bright glossy yellow solitary flowers, while Fragrant agrimony has small, dull yellow clustered flowers on upright spikes.
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Data Sources

This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. If ingestion or poisoning is suspected, seek medical or veterinary attention immediately.

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