Scarlet pimpernel is poisonous if ingested by rabbits.
Scarlet pimpernel is also known as adder's eyes and the shepherd's barometer. This plant commonly grows on roadsides and at the edges of fields. Scarlet pimpernel is considered poisonous to rabbits. Does this Spark an idea?
Potential
The Old Farmer's Almanac lists scarlet pimpernel as a plant that is poisonous to rabbits. Rabbits that ingest the leaves, flowers or stems of this plant can suffer from symptoms of plant poisoning. Ingestion of the scarlet pimpernel can cause death in rabbits, horses and cows.
Prevention/Solution
Rabbits that eat a well-balanced diet usually do not eat plants that are poisonous. Keep your rabbit away from plants that are toxic or sprayed with insecticides and vegetables that are moldy. Eliminating scarlet pimpernel from your yard or garden is the best way to avoid accidental ingestion. Scarlet pimpernel causes symptoms of plant poisoning in other domestic animals as well as rabbits.
Considerations
If your rabbit has ingested scarlet pimpernel, consult your veterinarian immediately even if no symptoms are present. Plant poisoning symptoms vary with the amount ingested and the size of the animal. General symptoms of plant poisoning include lethargy, weakness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, seizures and difficulty breathing. Take a sample of the plant ingested with you to the veterinarian.
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