Is agave poisonous? What are the effects of agave?

1. Is it poisonous?

It is a poisonous plant. The toxin is present in the juice, and if it comes into contact with the skin, there will be a burning sensation. In addition, it is also toxic to the eyes. Therefore, during the management period, you must be careful not to touch the plant directly with your hands when pruning or repotting. Wear gloves to avoid discomfort caused by contact with the juice. In addition, you should also pay attention when placing it. Keep away from areas where children and pets often move around to avoid touching or accidentally ingesting it.

2. What is the function

1. Used for viewing: It is an evergreen plant with green leaves all year round, hard and upright, and has certain ornamental value. It can be placed indoors for home decoration, or planted in flower beds to green the environment, and the effect is very good. Its origin is in tropical regions and it likes warm environments. Therefore, it is cultivated more in southern my country and is a common flower in green belts.

2. Medical effects: The ingredients it contains have a detoxifying effect, and can also help stop bleeding, relieve cough, and reduce phlegm, etc. It also has a good therapeutic effect on some common diseases. However, if used for medicinal purposes, it is recommended to use it under the doctor's advice to avoid adverse consequences. In addition, it can kill insects.

3. Economic function: The fibers on agave leaves can be used to make ropes, cable cables, sacks, etc. However, its quality and fiber yield are not as good as sisal, and its content of total steroidal sapogenins is high, which makes it a raw material for the production of steroid hormone drugs.