Indoor plants that should not be kept in a home with small children

Buying another flower for the house, we do not always know about some of its properties, and then suddenly we may notice emerging health problems. This is especially true for the health of children and pets who like to chew flowers or leaves. The life hacker gives a list of plants that should not be started if you do not live alone.

1. Azalea (Azalea)

Among flower lovers, azalea, which blooms magnificently and beautifully, is popular. It is the Sims azalea (Indian azalea) that is considered dangerous. The leaves of this flower contain substances that, when ingested, cause intestinal colic and cramps.

2. Dieffenbachia

This plant attracts flower growers with large multi-colored leaves that form a lush crown. The flower is dangerous for its sap, which is released when the leaves or stem are cut. If a pet or a child decides to chew a flower, then the juice that has entered the body will cause severe poisoning. In addition, dieffenbachia juice causes burns and irritation to the skin.

3. Oleander (Nerium oleander)

Popular for its bright crimson flowers. Oleander juice causes blindness, and the smell of a flowering plant causes dizziness and ill health.

4. Euphorbia (Euphorbia)

Euphorbia contains white sap in the stem and leaves, which causes burns and irritation to the skin. When ingested, it causes poisoning.

5. Croton

Another euphorbia plant, outwardly similar to a small tree with variegated leaves that have an elongated shape. Its flowers are inconspicuous, and croton rarely blooms at home. Its juice causes burns on the skin, and if it gets into the bloodstream when cut or ingested, it can end in resuscitation or even death.

6. Bashful mimosa (Mimosa pudica)

The leaves of the plant look fragile and delicate, and when touched they curl up into a tube. Long-term contact of a person with this flower leads to hair loss, sometimes it comes to complete baldness. The fact is that this plant emits toxic substances that are dangerous to humans.

7. Monstera

A spectacular plant with huge leaves and growing to impressive sizes. Monstera can often be found in public places and botanical gardens. Monstera juice can cause burns on the skin, upset the digestive system, and if it gets into the eyes, damage them.

8. Nightshade (Solanum)

Nightshade attracts attention with its bright orange fruits, which are highly poisonous. The bright color of the berries attracts children and animals, so you should not keep such a flower at home.