The water lily, also known under the names water iris, marsh iris and Iris pseudacorus, is a popular garden pond plant. With its white to yellow flowers, it brings color to dreary shore zones. But pet owners should be careful!
Toxic in all parts of the plant
The water lily is poisonous in all parts of the plant. The rhizomes stand out - they're overflowing with toxins. In small doses, these have a healing effect. Therefore, the water lily was and is used for medicinal purposes.
But animals should stay away from this bright yellow blooming beauty. While it is harmless to humans as it cannot be confused with other plants, it poses a threat to animals such as:
- cats
- dogs
- Rabbits
- Guinea pig
- grazing cattle
tips and tricks
If you have the water lily in the garden, it is best to put your hands in gardening gloves before handling it. It can cause skin irritation in some people.