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Is it true that dieffenbachia (plant) is poisonous and dangerous to child and pets?
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Yes: Dieffenbachia ( Common name : Dumb Cane, leopard Lilly ) is a type of house plant with large, colorful leaves. Poisoning can occur if you eat the leaves, stalk, or root of this plant. The plant has oxalic acid and Asparagine which are both poisonous. Have poison control center handy at all times:1800-222-1222.
Answered 11/28/2017
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