Primroses - you might think innocent. But behind the colorful robe of what is linked is a poison potential. This should not be taken lightly. Both skin contact and ingestion can cause ill effects.
Some types of primrose cause skin irritation
Primin becomes a deadly threat
Depending on the species, primroses contain more or less amounts of a toxic substance. This bears the name Primin. It is mainly contained in the green-yellowish secretion in the flower stalk and in the calyx of the flowers.
Primin is considered a contact allergen and can lead to what is known as primrose dermatitis. On contact with the skin, this active ingredient causes the following symptoms, among others:
- inflammation
- irritation
- swelling
- pains
- itching
- blistering
Anyone who eats primroses - some species are edible - and uses a poisonous species such as the ball primrose or cup primrose must expect several symptoms of poisoning. The gastrointestinal system is often impaired. Symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain and irritation of the mucous membranes in the throat area are not uncommon.
Mug primroses are the most dangerous
Cup primroses are popular types of primroses for the apartment. They are also known as poison primroses. The reason is that in this species the content of primine is extremely high.
Cup primroses should not be in households with animals such as cats, birds, dogs, rats and hamsters. They are highly toxic. You should also avoid this type of prime if you have small children. Alternatively, these plants must be placed out of the reach of children and animals.
tips and tricks
It is better to wear rubber gloves when handling primroses to avoid the contact allergen primin irritating your skin.