Is Hongyun Dangtou poisonous?

There are two opinions about whether Hongyun Dangtou is poisonous. Most people think it is not poisonous, while a small number think it is poisonous. Let’s look at the specific statement.

Non-toxic claims

Isn’t the Hongyundangtou the pineapple we often talk about? It just doesn’t have fruit, and is no different from edible pineapples. If it is poisonous, then those who love to eat pineapples and those who live in tropical areas would be severely poisoned.

Isn’t it a good proof that the lucky charm is such a popular indoor plant now? At least so far, no flower lover or floriculturist has come out to say that Hongyuan Dangtou is poisonous. Practice makes perfect, and flower lovers' personal maintenance experience speaks for itself.

Toxic sayings

It is said that flowers and plants such as datura and saturnia are subtropical plants in the south, and the extracts from their leaves and stems are the prototypes of anesthetics. The oxygen produced by its photosynthesis contains a small amount of alkaloids (strong chloroquine). If it lasts for a long time, it will cause symptoms such as dizziness and nausea. Long-term planting may cause symptoms such as hallucinations and paralysis of hands and feet. Therefore, this type of ornamental plant is absolutely not suitable for indoor cultivation.

Summary

Of course, science has the final say on whether it is toxic or not. It is true that the Chinese pear is toxic, because in tropical regions and specific wild environments, the photosynthesis of the Chinese pear will produce alkaloids. However, when it leaves its place of origin and moves into people's homes, the environment changes greatly. This alkaline substance will change and its content will decrease, which will basically not affect people's health.

Scientific verification shows that the Chinese wolfberry is indeed toxic to a certain extent, but if it is ventilated promptly during home care, it will not cause harm to the human body.