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Keep Climbing Nightshade out of rabbit diets—it is poisonous.

Climbing Nightshade

Solanum dulcamara

No—rabbits should not eat climbing nightshade. The vine’s purple star-shaped flowers and colorful berries are toxic, along with leaves and stems. Fence it off or remove it from exercise areas, and call your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline if you suspect ingestion.

Guideline: Poisonous

Type: Outdoor Plants

Other Names: Bittersweet nightshade, woody nightshade

The climbing nightshade is a vine plant that has purple flowers in a starfish shape. This plant also has berries on the vine that are red, green or orange in color.

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Is Climbing Nightshade item toxic?

Yes. Climbing nightshade is toxic to rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Berries and other plant parts can cause serious illness; do not use it as browse or forage.

Should I feed my pet Climbing Nightshade?

No. Do not feed climbing nightshade to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.

How much can I feed them?

Do not offer as food. If your pet ate any part of this plant, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away.

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