Attention! Trumpet tree is considered to be slightly toxic

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• Attention! Trumpet tree is considered to be slightly toxic
• All parts of the trumpet tree are slightly poisonous
• Do not confuse the trumpet tree with the angel trumpet
• Tips

Both leaves and flowers of the trumpet tree are considered slightly toxic

Attention! Trumpet tree is considered to be slightly toxic

In its North American homeland, the trumpet tree is a widely used ornamental shrub because of its foliage and flower decoration and can be found in numerous gardens and public parks. however, all parts of Catalpa bignonioides, as the botanical name, are considered to be toxic to both humans and animals and are therefore not suitable for use in the kitchen and herbal chamber.

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All parts of the trumpet tree are slightly poisonous

All parts of the trumpet tree except the seeds contain the faintly poisonous catalpin. However, this chemical compound not only causes upset stomach and abdominal pain, but also keeps mosquitoes away quite reliably. Above all, the leaves exude a barely perceptible odor that keeps the annoying pests at a distance. Other slightly toxic components of wood and other tree parts are caffeic acid, ursolic acid and coumaric acid. In addition, chinoid compounds have been found mainly in the wood, which can lead to allergic reactions (for example rash). Therefore you should always wear gloves when cutting the trumpet tree.

Do not confuse the trumpet tree with the angel trumpet

Often trumpet trees (Catalpa) and angel trumpets (Brugmansia) are used interchangeably, these are two completely different species - which are also very different toxic. While the North American trumpet tree is only mildly toxic and causes at best abdominal pain or rashes, the angel trumpet, which comes from the nightshade family, contains highly toxic alkaloids. These can cause when consumed by small children or weak people not only poisoning symptoms, but even lead to death.

Tips

The bean-like, elongated fruits of the trumpet tree are poisonous and are therefore not suitable for consumption.