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Which leaves of an edible plant are poisonous?
Rhubarb
Can you eat a rhubarb leaf?
The leaves are poisonous and should not be eaten
What part of the plant make rhubarb?
The stalks are edible, the leaves poisonous
What is the name of the acid that makes rhubarb leaves poisonous?
Oxalic Acid
When is rhubarb safe to eat?
Rhubarb actually comes in several color varieties; from green to speckled pink to ruby red. It is safe to eat the stalks of green rhubarb, but never eat them if they have been frostbitten, and never ever eat the leaves of the rhubarb plant, as they are poisonous.
What parts of the rhubarb are poisonous?
Rhubarb leaves contains oxalate, which have been reported to cause poisoning when large quantities of raw or cooked leaves are ingested. There is nothing dangerous about it. Rhubarb pie is wonderful!
Is rubarb poison?
Rhubarb leaves contain poisonous substances including oxalic acid
Is rubarb a vegetable?
Yes. It is the stalk of the rhubarb plant which is cooked and eaten. P.S. The leaves are poisonous.
Should you take your dog to the vets if he eats a rhubarb leaf?
Yes. Rhubarb leaves are poisonous, so it is highly recommended to take your god to the vets if you suspect it has eaten a rhubarb leaf.
Is rhubarb poisonous when eaten raw?
The leaves should not be eaten but the stalks are edible, if you eat too much raw rhubarb stalk you will get a stomach ache. Best to cook it first, tastes much better cooked too.
Are the leaves of a rhubarb plant poisonous?
All* materials are poisonous if ingested in sufficient amount. After all, water itself is toxic if one imbibes enough of it to dilute the blood thus disturbing electrolyte distribution which, in turn, affects the heart's rhythm. But to get to the original question, rhubarb leaves contain oxalic acid which is a skin irritant.Oxalic acid - as in the rhubarb leaves - should not be eaten either as there have been cases of poisoning from ingesting the leaves.
Can Rabbits eat Sorrel?
No, pet rabbits can't eat rhubarb. Rhubarb leaves are poisonous, and some sources not to give your bunny any parts of the rhubarb plant. Stick to plants you know are safe. See the related questions and links below for more info.
