It looks good, it can be propagated without any problems and it does not require a great deal of care. Nevertheless, there is a good reason to think twice about buying a winter snowball…
All parts of the winter snowball plant are slightly poisonous
Slightly toxic in all parts of the plant
Like its relatives, the winter snowball is poisonous. It is classified as 'slightly toxic'. Consuming its plant parts can have a negative effect on physical well-being. Above a certain dose, consumption has the following effects:
- Vomit
- nausea
- diarrhea
- shortness of breath
- Gastrointestinal Pain
- mucosal irritations
Both the leaves and fruit as well as the bark of this plant are poisonous. It is therefore better to plant the winter snowball in a location where curious pets and small children have no access or which is difficult for them to reach.
tips
Wear gloves when handling the scented snowball, for example when cutting, to avoid skin irritation!