Hedera helix
🟡 MEDIUM — Caution
Why is it risky?
English ivy contains triterpenoid saponins, most concentrated in the leaves, which irritate the digestive tract.
Affected Systems
Digestive · Respiratory
Symptoms
Vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, abdominal pain; rarely, breathing difficulty with large ingestions.
What To Do
Monitor and offer water; contact a vet if vomiting persists or breathing changes.
Notes
A common trailing houseplant and outdoor groundcover.
Sources
→ ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center | https://www.aspca.org
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