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Description
Toxicoscordion Nuttallii is a poisonous plant that belongs to the Melanthiaceae family. It is also known as Death Camas, Nuttall’s Death Camas, and Nuttall’s False Hellebore. This plant is native to the western United States and Canada, where it grows in moist meadows, open woods, and along streams.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Melanthiaceae |
| Genus | Toxicoscordion |
Appearance
Toxicoscordion Nuttallii can grow up to 1.5 meters tall and has lance-shaped leaves that are 10-15 cm long. The flowers are white or cream-colored and grow in a dense cluster at the top of the stem. The plant blooms from May to July. The root of the plant is a bulb that is poisonous if ingested.
Care Guide
Toxicoscordion Nuttallii is a wild plant that does not need any care or maintenance. It grows naturally in moist meadows and does not require any watering or fertilization. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. This plant is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Toxicoscordion Nuttallii is not prone to any pests or diseases. However, it is a poisonous plant that should not be ingested by humans or animals. The toxin in the plant can cause vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, and even death.
Habitat
Toxicoscordion Nuttallii grows naturally in moist meadows, open woods, and along streams in the western United States and Canada. It can be found in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Toxicoscordion Nuttallii a poisonous plant?
A: Yes, it is a poisonous plant that should not be ingested by humans or animals.
Q: Where can I find Toxicoscordion Nuttallii?
A: It grows naturally in moist meadows, open woods, and along streams in the western United States and Canada.
Q: Does Toxicoscordion Nuttallii require any care or maintenance?
A: No, it is a wild plant that does not need any care or maintenance.
Q: What are the symptoms of Toxicoscordion Nuttallii poisoning?
A: The toxin in the plant can cause vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, and even death.
Related Plants
- Toxicoscordion Paniculatum
- Toxicoscordion Venenosum
- Toxicoscordion Intermedium
References
- “Toxicoscordion Nuttallii.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed September 22, 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c810
- “Toxicoscordion Nuttallii.” USDA Plants Database. Accessed September 22, 2021. https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=TONU
- “Toxicoscordion Nuttallii.” Washington Native Plant Society. Accessed September 22, 2021. https://www.wnps.org/plant-directory/toxicoscordion-nuttallii
