The ash flower from the Canary Islands is not only very decorative but unfortunately also very poisonous. The pyrrolizidine alkaloids it contains damage the liver and can be found in all parts of the plant. The ash flower is also known under the name lice flower.
The pretty ash flower is unfortunately very poisonous
Because of its toxicity, the ash flower is not exactly suitable as a houseplant for households with small children. She also likes to spend the summer outside in the garden. However, it should also be out of reach for children here.
The care of the ash flower is not very uncomplicated, but not too difficult either. Above all, it needs a semi-shady warm place and sufficient water. If she's not feeling well, she's an easy target for lice.
The essentials in brief:
- highly toxic
- contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids
- damages the liver
- all parts of the plant poisonous
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Despite its toxicity, the cineraria is a very decorative garden and houseplant that blooms colorfully from March to June under ideal conditions.