Your video showed the 'forest of thistles' and that is amazing...hope you keep them going well...they have been outlawed in Oklahoma because they restrict pastures for cows. That's why I like to leave a few around. This suggests milk thistle may be beneficial for those looking to lose weight. It can draw blood. It helps cure liver diseases and fight the toxic effects of different drugs. Click to see full answer Correspondingly, is schefflera poisonous to humans? Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Liz Elias from Oakley, CA on May 19, 2012: Congratulations on HOTD!! To remember which is which, Queen Anne has hairy legs. Elsevier; 2021. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Toxic Principles: Unknown Clinical Signs: The plant is not usually eaten unless other forage is unavailable, or when incorporated into hay. Do not try to pick these white flowers. Milk thistle has been investigated for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and CNS effects. frogyfish from Central United States of America on May 19, 2012: Informative hub. In my photo essays, I try to supply as much visual information as I can find. People have traditionally used milk thistle for problems with the liver and gallbladder. But these plants are very photogenic, LOL. FIRST AID: If pigweed is being rapidly consumed, limit further access and ingestion of the plants. Dalmatian Toadflax 46. Spotted Knapweed 80. Thank you, ComfortB. Don't forget to click to enlarge it. Plants do produce more than one flower on a stalk. At the very least, this means no thistle is poisonous. I'll keep my eyes open. They say that you can cook and eat the base of the flower as you would eat the heart of an artichoke, but most people say it's not worth the effort for the size of the treat. Guess I'm just not ambitious enough. However milk thistles of all kinds are necessary Monarch butterfly food. In the spring, the thistles of all types are full of ladybugs. DowntroddenInDC from Houston, TX on May 19, 2012: Beautiful photos! Though often grown as a houseplant, umbrella tree (Schefflera actinophylla, also called Brassaia arboricola) contains toxins potentially harmful to people and animals.Reactions to the poison are not usually severe, but you should contact a poison control for help if someone eats part of the plant. One of the active ingredients in milk thistle called silymarin is extracted from the plant's seeds. Pub 505 - no; NE Weeds - no; Canadian Poison Plant - not listed ; Cornell Poison Plant - not listed; Distribution. My weed abatement man told me what it was, since I thought at first it might be Queen Anne's Lace. People mainly use the supplement to treat liver conditions. On both the bud and the flower, what appear to be the thorns under it are really modified leaves. But I see it as a host plant for ladybugs. The plants no longer just "all look the same". It is a monstrous weed, and is as harmful to the touch as bull thistle. "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.org," "Mayo Clinic Healthy Living," and the triple-shield Mayo Clinic logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. Now, I'll know what to look for! But thanks for writing and share with us. Silymarin is believed to have antioxidant properties. congratulations on winning hub of day. Can be controlled by dicamba and glyphosate products. Does it grow in Ohio? Thank you RandomCreative. Being aware of what plants are toxic to bees, or would taint the honey of honeybees or make the honey undesirable/toxic to humans. Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) has been used medicinally for over 2,000 years for the treatment of liver and gallbladder disorders. I just collected a bunch of trimmings for an assignment, including these. Much like the more commonly known plant, Poison Ivy, they create risk for humans enjoying the use of outdoor spaces. I used a Flip Camcorder for the videos at that time, since I didn't have my new camera yet. Who would think it is potentially dangerous? Such a beautiful plant. Milk thistle is indigenous to Europe, Asia, and northern Africa, but has been naturalized in North and South America and Australia. Canada thistle is a perennial . Accessed Oct. 30, 2020. Accessed Oct. 30, 2020. It is a slender plant with sparse foliage, up to 6 ft tall on fertile soils. Water hemlock. Starting milk thistle extract a few weeks before the first turn out is anecdotally reported to help “prime” the liver in preparation for this transition. (In the picture, you will see a single flower bud.) Family: Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee) Genus: Echinops (EK-in-ops) Species: ruthenicus (ru-THEN-ih-kus) Cultivar: Platinum Blue: Synonym: Echinops ritro subsp. Like many tasty wild plants, the thistle did not make its way into main stream food channel because of the spines and its two-year growth habit. The little pink flower is so appealing. The thorns are what hurt you. They look beautiful. Vespa Woolf from Peru, South America on May 19, 2012: A friend of mine takes milk thistle capsules for her liver, but I'd never thought of finding it in nature. Milk thistle is an herbal remedy derived from the flowering daisy and has a regenerating effect on the liver. About 25 grams of pure oxalic acid is the average amount needed to kill a human. More research into the effects of milk thistle on weight loss in humans is needed to confirm this, however. Though often grown as a houseplant, umbrella tree (Schefflera actinophylla, also called Brassaia arboricola) contains toxins potentially harmful to people and animals.Reactions to the poison are not usually severe, but you should contact a poison control for help if someone eats part of the plant. Most often used in sweet applications, it’s a sour vegetable that looks like crimson celery. I know Monarchs have to have milkweed to lay their eggs and that their caterpillars eat it. What kind of camera are you using? This picture gives you a good view of how the leaves get smaller and modify into thorns as the plant gets taller. CLASS OF SIGNS: Breathing problems, trembling, weakness, abortions, coma, death. However, because it is an herb, there are no regulations or standard dosing practices. Poison ivy can be identified by its three leaflets, which can have jagged or round edges, and it is most potent in the spring. Several of my friends have joked that one could make create a successful market for an alcoholic product containing milk thistle extract. A very young milk thistle first has two diagonal smooth leaves and then gets the jagged leaves. https://www.wolterskluwercdi.com/facts-comparisons-online/. Pizzorono JE, et al., eds. Silymarin is a flavonoid believed to have antioxidant properties.Milk thistle is sold as an oral capsule, tablet, powder and liquid extract. Thanks, vespawolf, I still haven't figured out how to harvest and process this for myself. Great article. It is a fact that herbs have been used by humans since time immemorial. Purple milk thistle flowers grow among the lovely white poison hemlock flowers with their frilly leaves. Read on for some details about the dosage of this herb for cats. If the dose is given within the first 24 hours, then it becomes possible to keep hepatic damage and death at bay. It can easily kill you, too, if ingested. It's very likely that what you saw by the river were indeed these plants. Milk thistle seems to have few side effects, even when taken for several years. Stephanie Bradberry from New Jersey on May 19, 2012: Even though I take milk thistle as a supplement, I never really knew much about it except it is good overall supplement for women, especially, to take. Hoary Cress 55. Milk thistle is the prickly one depicted in the photos above. Milk thistle. I also immediately noticed the resemblance of the hemlock to Queen Anne's lace, so I went and Googled it. A park bench in midst of a forest of young poison hemlock. Marlene Bertrand from USA on May 19, 2012: This is amazing. And its leaves are spectacularly poisonous. Perfect for identifying the plant! Content is for informational or entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for personal counsel or professional advice in business, financial, legal, or technical matters. All can be eaten raw, steamed or boiled. BLM Northwest Regional Noxious Weed Control EIS, Dec 1985 . Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Contact or ingestion of some species can lead to serious health problems or death. As you can see, the milk thistle flower is well-defended. Facts & Comparisons eAnswers. I can always go down to the river if I lose my personal supply and actually wanted to use it. Toxic effects of silymarin have not been noted clinically at a dosage of 1,200 mg/day; however, mild allergies have been reported with dosages greater than 1,500 mg/day. Thank you Happpyboomernurse. Silybum marianum (milk thistle). Milk thistle seed might protect liver cells from toxic chemicals and drugs. Then I wrote one devoted just to poison hemlock because it is so dangerous. Thanks for all the wonderful pictures. What an enjoyable read! Thanks, DzyMsLizzy. The Weeds Act 1959 covers spear thistle, creeping field thistle, curled dock, broad-leaved dock and ragwort. The key here is moderation. Italian thistle (Carduus pycnocephalus) is probably the most common. Barbara Radisavljevic (author) from Templeton, CA on May 21, 2012: praetlo, thank you. Hyphenbird, I've had 15 years to be an amateur naturalist in the area now, and one of my major areas of interest is weeds. It is also commonly known as Canada thistle and field thistle.. ruthenicus: 2 vendors have this plant for sale. Thank you, pstrauble. Its purple flower is stunning, and it's related to the artichoke. Thanks for sharing! 5 members have or want this plant for trade. Thanks, Marlene. They 'learned' how to survive alongside human agriculture early on. ANIMALS AFFECTED: Cattle and swine are the animals most likely to be affected; goats and sheep can also be poisoned. Blessed milk thistle (Silybum marianum) Blessed milk thistle is not a true thistle (if you consider thistles to be only those plants in the genus Cirsium). Jimsonweed or thornapple (Datura spp.) carrie, the thistle isn't poisonous, but the hemlock is deadly. As you can see in the photos, the plant itself seems to take on different shapes. By the time the second set of leaves emerges, you can be sure of it. If you see it growing in the wild, leave it alone, and if you find it in your yard, get rid of it. I do need to learn more about what grows around my environs and you are compelling me to do so as soon as I get back outside to work in the yard~ Good work and thanks for the inspiration on getting to know my surroundings. Perennial sow-thistle is not a known allergen. Laughed at that, but it is easy to remember. Thank you for your comment. top. Brenda Barnes from America-Broken But Still Beautiful on November 14, 2011: Gorgeous photos of a deadly plant. Cyanogenic glycosides. Mayo Clinic offers appointments in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota and at Mayo Clinic Health System locations. The main difference is that The Queen Anne's lace has a hairy looking stem. Our general interest e-newsletter keeps you up to date on a wide variety of health topics. Beautiful as it is, don't let it remain in your yard if you have children around who might accidentally pick or eat it. Thistle is the common name of a group of flowering plants characterised by leaves with sharp prickles on the margins, mostly in the family Asteraceae.Prickles can also occur all over the plant – on the stem and on the flat parts of the leaves. This content does not have an Arabic version. From the death of Socrates by poison hemlock to the accidental ingestion of deadly nightshade by children, poisonous plants have been responsible for human deaths throughout history. Globe Thistle. Other Ways to Help: Become a Monthly Member; Fundraise with Team ASPCA; Join the Mobile Action Team; Share this page: Help the ASPCA Put a Stop to Animal Cruelty Donate. The Hemlock is deadly, and it can even cause problems if you touch it. One plant is even growing right through the seat of the bench. It is widespread throughout the UK and grows in shallow water in streams, on the banks of rivers, lochs, ponds, canals, marshes, wet woodland and in crevices in waterside masonry. How fascinating! And, like us, your dog’s liver filters toxins from their blood. Taken in winter or early spring at Lawrence Moore Park in Paso Robles. In the second year plant the inner core of the flower stalks is quite tasty and not that much work. Milk thistle is often promoted for its liver … Now, I want to go read about poison hemlock. Let me know if you find any poison hemlock up in the Bay Area. The information was extremely useful and interesting. References 1. Milk thistle is sold as an oral capsule, tablet and liquid extract. It may look dangerous, but it is not poisonous. PLANTS THAT ARE TOXIC TO HORSES AND LIVESTOCK Page 3 PLANTS THAT ARE TOXIC TO HORSES AND LIVESTOCK The following is a guide of several plants that can be found growing in Lincoln County that are poisonous to horses and livestock. Special Notes Malta thistle (Centaurea melitensis) is a similar noxious weed of the South western States but with shorter spines on the bracts. It's good to know the bad guys though, because they are often quite beautiful. The hummingbirds love the milk thistle blooms. Experts believe silymarin is the primary active ingredient of the herb. Notice the pretty, fern-like leaves. This content does not have an English version. Thanks for sharing and passing this on.Great pictures. Milk Thistle and Milkweed are NOT the same thing. Milk thistle stimulates the regenerative properties of the liver. If you have breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, endometriosis or uterine fibroids, consider avoiding milk thistle. Urmila from Rancho Cucamonga,CA, USA on May 19, 2012: Great Hub! I did a separate hub on milkweed. Thanks for your comment and for sharing. What do you take the mild thistle for? I discovered some sorrel growing around some trees, and loved the tart/tangy taste of those. top Thank you for this hub! Gail Sobotkin from South Carolina on May 19, 2012: Congratulations on earning Hub of the Day for this comprehensive and well documented article. Toxic alkaloids are found in the following plants; swamp and death camas, lupines, buttercups, marshmarigolds, larkspur, the nightshades, squirrel corn and Dutchman's breeches. Nancy McClintock from Southeast USA on May 19, 2012: Wow Great article. This is a young patch of milk thistle near the end of January. Thank you for your comments. I never can remember, but I know it's some condition I have. Category: Perennials. Click to see full answer Correspondingly, is schefflera poisonous to humans? The standard English name in its native area is creeping thistle. 5th ed. Glycosides. Now you know all about it. Once I can identify that, it starts to become pretty amazing how they just stand out when you start looking. Dogs, like humans, have to deal with exposure to toxins on a daily basis.. It's beautiful, but you won't want to let those sticker stab you. Lots of beautiful pictures and detailed information. In the process of trying to Id the plants I came across your blog. I didn't know that hemlock grew in California! Many (but not necessarily all) of the examples on this list are also toxic to cats and humans, as well. Milk thistle has successfully counteracted the poisonous effects of Amanita phalloides entirely when given to animals within the first 10 minutes of poisoning. It resembles wild carrot, but your nose will tell you the difference since it does not smell at all like carrot. The leaves are deeply lobed and have a little bit of milky striping. Very well detailed and full of useful points. In fact, it has an edible stem. Patricia Scott from North Central Florida on May 19, 2012: Hemlock is deceptively beautiful. Milk thistle has been shown to protect the liver from toxins in the environment, like those found in poisonous mushrooms. RockBlossom from The Arkansas Ozarks on December 18, 2011: This is a great article! Barbara Radisavljevic (author) from Templeton, CA on February 26, 2012: I have often found the field guides less than helpful because they don't show the plant at all stages of growth and normally there are no close-ups of the parts of the plant I'm trying to ID. The second picture in this group shows what may be a clump of crowded plants. Wish Amy had included more pictures. Common in pastures, roadsides and waste areas. Science on milk thistle Studies with humans. Very interesting hub! Notice how the leaves right under the flower have been modified into spiny thorns. At first, it's hard to tell them from other seedlings, but if they are growing under the dried stalks of last year's plants, you can be pretty sure that those tiny green plants are going to be milk thistles. Water Hemlock (Cicuta maculata) Closely related to poison hemlock (the plant that famously killed Socrates), water hemlock … Get to know some of the most infamous plants and their poisons with this macabre list. I think it is a beautiful plant and regret that it seems to have been considered a pest. I'm glad you learned something new. Canada Thistle 42. They are much harder to get rid of if you wait for them to bloom. Milk thistle. Poisonous plants – such as Giant Hogweed (pictured left) and Wild & Cow Parsnip were not previously recognized in Ontario’s noxious weed legislation. I did not know its stem could be eaten. It is not only edible, but good for you—it's just a little hard to disarm. The leaves are still edible if you strip them of spines as are the bottom of the flower buds, though the bud bottoms aren’t much more than a nibble. Milk thistle also serves as a liver detoxifier. it looks so beautiful no one would ever dream it is poisonous. Congrats on being the hub of the day! Was going to explore milk thistle some, and knew it was a useful herbal for liver. Comfort Babatola from Bonaire, GA, USA on May 19, 2012: Very interesting hub indeed! National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. The best rule is that if you don't know what a plant is, admire it from a distance. Yellow star thistle (Centaurea solstitialis) are toxic to horses, resulting in a condition called “chewing disease” or nigropallidal encephalomalacia. Thank you for your kind words. Congrats on HOTD! But, didn't realize all the white, poofy flowery plants around here were poisonous hemlock. Milk thistle might lower blood sugar in people who have type 2 diabetes, but more studies are needed to confirm its benefits. Simone Haruko Smith from San Francisco on November 17, 2011: Whaaaa? Milk thistle is a plant named for the white veins on its large prickly leaves.One of the active ingredients in milk thistle is silymarin, which is extracted from the plant's seeds. Is "milk thistle," I wonder, related to, the plant we call "milkweed?" It is said to taste somewhat like parsnip and its smell is described as "mouse-like." 1990, Reg. "Milk thistle has been reported to have protective effects on the liver and to greatly improve its function. There is also concern that milk thistle might affect estrogen levels. IBM Micromedex. It also seems to have blood sugar-lowering, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects. Milk thistle should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor. For dogs over 100 lbs, the recommended daily dosage of milk thistle is similar to the dose of adult humans. Thanks for the additional information! I know of know relationship between these two plants. Milk thistle has been shown to protect the liver from toxins in the environment, like those found in poisonous mushrooms. Milk thistle in a patch of poison hemlock. Accessed Oct. 30, 2020. They’re just darn beautiful especially the milk thistle. It can kill cattle and occasionally sheep, especially when hungry animals consume large quantities in the absence of alternative feed, although its menacing spines act as a deterrent. Indigestion (dyspepsia). Below her flower seeds are preparing to disperse and start new plants. I'll be sure to look up your other hub on hemlock. Glycosides are natural plant products that contain the sugar glucose. Milk thistle can cause an allergic reaction, including a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). https://www.micromedexsolutions.com. But don't taste it for yourself, as it is deadly! is a large annual herb with worldwide distribution. Many people around here know about poison oak, but hemlock is more deadly. I'm glad you enjoyed it, Gypsy. Thakns, Kelley. Elissa Joyce from US on November 14, 2011. A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. It is not as common as bull thistle; I've only seen this weed along roadsides and in fencerows. It's hemlock that can kill you. This list of plants poisonous to dogs has been organized according to plant type and potential for toxicity. Natural Medicines. (Sow-Thistle, Common (Sonchus oleraceus) - 06) The is another look at a sow-thistle leaf. The stems don't have wings like Italian thistle. sammimills from California, USA on May 19, 2012: Great hub! If you peel it when it is young, it is said to taste like celery. 0 more photos VIEW GALLERY. Cocklebur can be poisonous if eaten in early spring at its 2-leaf stage. As a matter of fact, when I was in Tennessee working, I took lots of pictures of them and I used one of them as my profile pic here on HP for a while. Local blooms are more bell shaped, have seen AZ blooms that are bright raspberry pink. I was familiar with the milk thistle but you even taught me something about it. Liver damage might occur in horses if they consume poisonous plants like ragwort or red maple trees. Russian thistle is a large and bushy annual broadleaf plant that is common in the Mojave Desert. From the death of Socrates by poison hemlock to the accidental ingestion of deadly nightshade by children, poisonous plants have been responsible for human deaths throughout history. Hemlock Water Dropwort is poisonous to both humans and animals. Dalmatian Toadflax 46. 2. both human and veterinary. Milk thistle is believed to have a hepatoprotective effect, meaning simply that it protects the liver from damage. Almost anyone who walks in Lawrence Moore Park in Paso Robles or has rural property in Templeton or Paso Robles has seen these two gorgeous weeds and has probably seen them growing side by side. Interactions. Barbara Radisavljevic (author) from Templeton, CA on November 17, 2011: I just scratch the surface on the hemlock in this hub. Many (but not necessarily all) of the examples on this list are also toxic to cats and humans, as well. “In addition to congenital disorders, birth defects from poor breeding, and viruses and bacteria that can infect the liver, pets live in incredibly toxic environments.” I will have to see your hemlock hub...I think it grows thickly where I walk by a lake...did not know what it was, just a pretty fern. An allergic reaction is more common in people who are allergic to other plants in the Asteraceae family, such as ragweed, daisies, marigolds and chrysanthemums. This is a fascinating Hub, and the photos are great too! Liver disease. Mayo Clinic does not endorse any of the third party products and services advertised. Loved the ladybug pix too. Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit organization and proceeds from Web advertising help support our mission. You and my husband think alike. Good job and rated up! And just in case you are unsuccessful in doing so and your kids ingest something that they should not, be prepared to call Poison Control. Hemlock and milk thistle grows wild here also and I have taken some pictures. Perennial; Method of Propagation. Yellow Starthistle 65. Rhubarb leaves are very high in oxalic acid, which quickly causes kidney failure in humans. I appreciate that you photographed the plants at different stages and in different environments. I like them much better than the bull thistles currently growing through one of my grape vines, since they have more wicked thorns and are harder to pull. It may look dangerous, but it is not poisonous. Species Benefits "The young leaves can be added to salads or boiled for 10-15 minutes and eaten." Database of Toxic Plants in the United States Below you will find the comprehensive list of toxic plants that has been compiled from many other sources. Ladybugs love thistles. There are so many plants around us I never dreamed were killers. View gallery. Well deserved. Any use of this site constitutes your agreement to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy linked below. Tiny as they are, you will see the beginnings of the white markings. Audrey Kirchner from Washington on November 14, 2011: Barb - You are outdoing yourself on the pictures and the nature photo galleries~ What great finds for people looking for the information. Canada Thistle 42. Milk thistle seed might protect liver cells from toxic chemicals and drugs. Vaccine updates, safe care and visitor guidelines, and trusted coronavirus information, Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, FREE book offer – Mayo Clinic Health Letter, Advertising and sponsorship opportunities, Gastrointestinal issues, such as diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting and abdominal bloating. By the way, congratulations on receiving Hub of the Day! It works by preventing the mushroom’s poisonous amatoxins from reaching and damaging liver cells. The substance is called silibinin, and is derived from the milk thistle plant. In: Textbook of Natural Medicine. Melissa Flagg COA OSC from Rural Central Florida on May 19, 2012: I have a ton of thistle and feverfew growing in my backyard, and I was wondering if it happened to be the wonderfully useful milk thistle. Recreation - … I"d probably leave them on the part of the property far from my garden area. You'll Need to Know This First Aid If Your Puppy Eats a Plant. I bet I've walked by it 100 times and never even realized it. I was already familiar with dandelion, plantago/plantain, and field onion, and have munched on the leaves commonly during lunch. The substance is called silibinin, and is derived from the milk thistle plant. Variegated thistle is poisonous under certain conditions. Spotted Knapweed 80. Scientific Name: Echinops spp. The Spruce Cold-Hardy, Perennial Flowers . I'll have to take another look at your profile. https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/milk-thistle. It is related to the carrot, but you should never eat any part of it. thank you, WannaB Writer for sharing this information with us. I take milk thistle So I'm glad I read this! Barbara Radisavljevic (author) from Templeton, CA on May 03, 2012: blah blah, I'm glad you didn't decide to munch on the poison hemlock or you would not have been able to write your comment. I think I'm turning into an amateur naturalist. Its stems have spiny wings and its flowers are small and cylindrical. Milk thistle has successfully counteracted the poisonous effects of Amanita phalloides entirely when given to animals within the first 10 minutes of poisoning. Taken January 4. They usually start as rosettes with a central stem in the middle. Thanks for your comment. Forage Quality. Voted Up! Milk thistle is a plant named for the white veins on its large prickly leaves. Because the liver works so hard to eliminate all of these toxic substances … it’s highly susceptible to serious damage. When treating a very sick dog with advanced liver disease, a daily dose of up to 200 mg/10 lbs of body weight of milk thistle … Leave the flowers to the bees who love them. Thank you, Daughter of Maat. Barbara Radisavljevic (author) from Templeton, CA on May 20, 2012: Downtrodden,I wrote that last year, and I'm not sure what camera I was using back then. Milk thistle is the prickly one depicted in the photos above. Don't do it. I basically don't touch a plant unless I can find an identifying feature, like a flowerette or something coming out of it. It works by preventing the mushroom’s poisonous amatoxins from reaching and damaging liver cells. Humans … This article is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge. What a well-done and superbly informative article with beautiful photos. Thanks for commenting. The Weeds Act 1959 covers spear thistle, creeping field thistle, curled dock, broad-leaved dock and ragwort. You really know your plants. Or said another way, there is no poisonous true thistle, but not all of them are palatable. Family: Asteraceae. Barb's hobbies are photography and studying nature. Take care, Kelley. 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