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Caladium

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Definition

This article describes poisoning caused by consumption of plant material from the Caladium plant.


Alternative Names

Alocasia; Angel wings; Colocasia; Heart of Jesus; Texas Wonder


Poisonous Ingredient

Note: Leaves and stems are the most dangerous if eaten in quantity.


Where Found
  • Caladium esculentum
  • Caladium bicolor

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.


Review Date: 02/13/2006
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, M.D., Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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