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Poisonous Dogbane: do not feed to rabbits!

Dogbane

Apocynum androsaemifolium

No—dogbane is poisonous to rabbits. Milky sap can irritate skin, and eating any part can cause severe mouth pain, choking signs, or dangerous heart effects.

Dogbane (Indian hemp) grows tall with reddish stems, white latex sap, and clusters of small white or pink flowers. Keep rabbits away from the plant and call a vet or poison hotline if they chew it or get sap on their skin.

Guideline: Poisonous

Type: Outdoor Plants

Other Names: Indian hemp, hemp dogbane

Dogbane, Indian Hemp, and others of the Apocynum cannabinum family can grow up to 6 1/2 ft. tall with reddish stem that contain a white latex sap and clusters of small white or pink flowers. The leaves are long and green, smooth around the edges, and have tiny white hairs underneath.

Often Mistaken For

Is Dogbane item toxic?

Yes. Dogbane is toxic to rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Sap can irritate skin, and eating any part can cause severe mouth pain, choking signs, and dangerous heart effects. Do not offer leaves, stems, or flowers.

Should I feed my pet Dogbane?

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

How much can I feed them?

Do not offer as food. If your pet ate dogbane or got sap on skin, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away.

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