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The Pasque is highly toxic
The Pasque Flower: Is the medicinal plant actually poisonous?
For centuries we have used the Pasque flower in herbal medicine and homeopathy as a valuable remedy. Like many other medicinal plants, the flower ring chosen for flower year in 1996 also contains dangerous toxins.
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The protoanemonium contained in all plant parts of the cowbell is very poisonous. Even touching the plant leads to painful skin irritation with blistering and swelling due to the caustic effect of the poison. Ingested, the toxin causes vomiting, abdominal cramping, and gastrointestinal tract disorders. In higher doses protoanemonium triggers dangerous kidney inflammation.
Furthermore, the Pulsatilla contains weakly toxic saponins, resins and tannins.
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The cowbell is protected and should not be picked just because of its toxicity in outdoor locations.