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Dangerous Giant Touch-me-not for bunnies—do not feed.

Giant Touch-me-not

Impatiens glandulifera

No—rabbits should not eat giant touch-me-not (Himalayan balsam). Chewing leaves, stems, or flowers can upset the gut. Keep rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas away from outdoor patches and fallen stems.

Guideline: Poisonous

Type: Outdoor Plants

Other Names: Himalayan balsam, ornamental jewelweed

Touch-me-nots are creeping perennial flowering plants with smaller bipinnate leaves. These leaves fold together quickly when touched as a defense mechanism. You can also find pale pink or purple flowers that resemble a pom-pom on this plant.

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Is Giant Touch-me-not item toxic?

Yes. Giant touch-me-not is unsafe for rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Eating it can trigger gastrointestinal upset and discomfort. Do not offer leaves, stems, or flowers.

Should I feed my pet Giant Touch-me-not?

No. Do not feed giant touch-me-not to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.

How much can I feed them?

Do not offer as food. If your pet ate giant touch-me-not, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away.

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