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The white liquid milkweed secretes when cut -- and other parts of the plant -- contain a cardiac glycoside much like the one found in digitalis (foxglove). This toxin interferes with the calcium and potassium channels, and modifies the heart rhythm.
Some wild food references indicate that milkweed flowers and immature pods can be safely prepared for eating. However, I'm hesitant to trust this information.
So yes -- milkweed is toxic to humans.
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If you mean do they bite or sting, no. They don't have the requisite parts for it. They are toxic, though, since they feed on the poisonous Milkweed plant. Don't eat them.
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How does a monarch butterfly obtain and store toxins?
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They are a native insect that naturally feeds on milkweed plants. If by "bad" you mean are they an invasive or pest species, then no, they are not bad. Some people are allergic to their hairs though, so be careful with them...
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Yes, milkweed contains a toxic sap that can cause skin irritation or an allergic reaction when touched. It is best to handle milkweed with gloves to avoid any potential skin irritation.
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What animals are poisonous to humans but not to Meerkats?
Snakes are poisonous to humans but not to Meerkats.
Are fish poisonous to humans?
only some fish are poisonous to humans
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NO, ladybugs are not poisonous to humans, they can affect small animals but they are not poisonous to humans
Is cotton poisonous to humans?
cotton poisonous
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Acorns milkweed and single seed fruits are some common toxins also avacados
What is the scientific name or taxonomic classification of the poisonous plant Milkweed?
The scientific or taxonomic name would be Asclepiasspp.
