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Caution: Autumn anemones are slightly toxic!
Autumn anemones, like all types of anemones, are slightly toxic. They belong to the Hahnenfußgewächsen, whose sap is both externally and internally harmful. Therefore, avoid contact with fresh anemones when taking care by wearing gloves.
Buttercup dermatitis and nerve paralysis
The protoanemonin contained in the plant sap of the perennial triggers inflammation and eczema on the skin. Ingested, the toxin leads to nerve paralysis. Poisoning symptoms can be:
Dried autumn anemones are no longer toxic because the protoanemonin turns into non-toxic anemonine.
Tips & Tricks
The Proteanemonin is also toxic to pets. Even livestock can become ill if the food contains parts of fresh autumn anemones. Therefore, plant Anemone hupehensis only where small children and animals do not have access to the perennial.