Additional Common Names:
Schefflera, Umbrella Tree, Octopus Tree, Starleaf
Scientific Name:
Brassaia actinophylla
Family:
Araliaceae
Toxicity:
Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses
Toxic Principles:
Terpenoids, saponins, insoluble oxalates
Clinical Signs:
Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing.
Please note that individual plants may differ in appearance. Please be sure to check the name of the plant to determine its toxicity.
