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Spindle bush is poisonous to humans and animals. This affects all parts of the plant, but especially the fruits and seeds. However, since the symptoms often only appear after hours, the connection is not immediately clear.
The red fruits of the spindle bush are poisonous
If children play in your garden or pets run around freely there, then you should avoid all types of spindle bushes if possible. Because the fruits look very tempting. Keep in mind that a hedge on the property line could also be dangerous for the neighbor's children or animals. The spindle bush is even deadly for horses, for humans about 30 - 40 fruits are enough.
Signs of poisoning by the spindle bush:
- nausea
- circulatory problems
- gastrointestinal irritation
- bloody diarrhea
- cramps
- Kidney and liver damage
tips
Protect your children and animals from poisoning by collecting the enticingly bright fruits in autumn or choose a location for the spindle bush that is inaccessible to them.