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Berries are consumed by birds and, when present, raccoons, and subsequently excreted; seeds can also be distributed by flowing water. [8] [9] While there are indications the plant may be poisonous to livestock, pets and humans, due to cattle deaths in Florida, there is no scientific confirmation of this. [10]
The berries and leaves of several species are mildly toxic to humans, dogs, cats, livestock, rabbits, and tortoises, containing terpenoid glycosides which can cause extreme irritation to the hands and mouth upon contact and digestive distress if ingested; children and small animals are particularly susceptible. [151]
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A cluster of unripe pokeweed berries A cluster of ripe pokeweed berries. Plant Type: Perennial herbaceous plant which can reach a height of 3 m (10 ft) [11] but is usually 1.2 to 2 m (4 to 6 + 1 ⁄ 2 ft). The plant must be a few years old before the root grows large enough to support this size. The stem is usually red late in the season.
The leaves and unripened berries of the plant are toxic, and are confirmed to have killed dogs and cats. [10] However, songbirds eat the fruit without ill effects. [6] Documented cases of toxicity in humans are sparse, with many secondary sources stating that children have died from consumption of the plant.
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All parts of the plant are poisonous. However, accidental poisoning is not likely since the berries are extremely bitter. The berries are the most toxic part of the plant. A healthy adult will experience poisoning from as few as six berries. Ingestion of the berries causes nausea, dizziness, increased pulse and severe gastrointestinal discomfort.
The plant is generally considered non-toxic to humans, but the berries are considered toxic to cats and grazing animals. [11] Excessive consumption of the berries will kill birds such as cedar waxwings, [12] because they are subject to cyanide toxicosis, resulting in death to multiple individuals at one time. [13]