PlantFunCape-tulip Toxic?
Contains multiple toxic alkaloids including Lycorine and Galanthamine, with toxicity rated from moderate to high.
Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, arrhythmia, seizures and other serious symptoms; skin contact may cause dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
The whole plant is presumed toxic, not suitable for animal feed, and should be kept away from children and pets to avoid accidental ingestion.
FAQ
Is Cape-tulip toxic to Humans?
Vomiting, diarrhea, colic, heart rhythm disorder, ataxia, cramps, tremors, bradycardia, hypotension; sensitive people may suffer from allergic dermatitis with erythema, papules, pustules, alopecia and lichenification. (High)
Is Cape-tulip toxic to Cats?
No specific cat poisoning cases have been recorded, but if ingested, it is expected to cause gastrointestinal, cardiac and neurological symptoms similar to those of other species. (High)
Is Cape-tulip toxic to Dogs?
Vomiting, diarrhea, colic, heart rhythm disorder, ataxia, cramps, tremors, bradycardia, hypotension; there is a recorded case of a dog suffering from dermatitis with erythema, papules, pustules, alopecia and lichenification, and it tested positive for Hippeastrum in allergy tests. (High)
Is Cape-tulip toxic to Horses?
No specific horse poisoning cases have been recorded, but if ingested, it is expected to cause gastrointestinal, cardiac and neurological symptoms similar to those of other species. (High)
Toxicity Details
Vomiting, diarrhea, colic, heart rhythm disorder, ataxia, cramps, tremors, bradycardia, hypotension; sensitive people may suffer from allergic dermatitis with erythema, papules, pustules, alopecia and lichenification.
No specific cat poisoning cases have been recorded, but if ingested, it is expected to cause gastrointestinal, cardiac and neurological symptoms similar to those of other species.
Vomiting, diarrhea, colic, heart rhythm disorder, ataxia, cramps, tremors, bradycardia, hypotension; there is a recorded case of a dog suffering from dermatitis with erythema, papules, pustules, alopecia and lichenification, and it tested positive for Hippeastrum in allergy tests.
No specific horse poisoning cases have been recorded, but if ingested, it is expected to cause gastrointestinal, cardiac and neurological symptoms similar to those of other species.
Toxicity Snapshot
First Aid & Prevention
First 30 Minutes
- • If ingested, induce vomiting (when the patient is conscious and alert) and give activated charcoal to reduce toxin absorption.
- • In case of skin contact, immediately rinse the affected area with plenty of soap and water to remove plant residues.
- • Closely monitor vital signs, and seek emergency medical or veterinary care immediately if symptoms such as bradycardia or dyspnea occur.
Contact Vet Immediately
- • When the animal has ingested any part of the plant, even if no symptoms appear at first.
- • When symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, abnormal heart rate, tremors or seizures occur after exposure.
- • When skin rashes, redness, alopecia and other symptoms occur after contact with the plant.
Prevention
- • Keep the plant out of the reach of children, pets and livestock, and avoid planting it in areas accessible to grazing animals.
- • Wear gloves when handling the plant to avoid potential skin allergic reactions.
- • Do not use any part of the plant as animal feed or for human consumption.
Treatment & Prognosis
- • Take decontamination measures: induce vomiting, give activated charcoal, and perform gastric lavage if necessary.
- • Provide symptomatic and supportive care: rehydrate to improve dehydration caused by vomiting and diarrhea, and give anticonvulsants if seizures occur.
- • Administer atropine for bradycardia, and provide cardiac support to regulate heart rhythm and blood pressure as needed.
Professional Toxicology
• Toxic alkaloids in the plant damage the gastrointestinal mucosa, causing vomiting and diarrhea.
• Alkaloids affect cardiac electrical conduction, leading to arrhythmia, bradycardia and hypotension.
• Neurotoxic components affect the central nervous system, causing ataxia, tremors and seizures; some components may trigger type I allergic reactions, leading to contact dermatitis.
Information from CliniTox veterinary text.
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This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. If ingestion or poisoning is suspected, seek medical or veterinary attention immediately.