Tarweed
Madia elegans
Tarweed is a daisy-family flower common in western North America, especially California. It has showy yellow petals in a sunray pattern and a slender, hairy stem.
Do not let rabbits or other small pets eat it. Nibbling can lead to digestive upset. If your pet ate some and you notice diarrhea, a tight belly, they stop eating, or they seem off, call your veterinarian.
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Outdoor Plants
Other Names: Common tarweed, elegant tarweed, Madia
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Is Tarweed item toxic?
Yes. Tarweed (Madia elegans) is not safe for rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas. Eating it can cause gastrointestinal upset.
Should I feed my pet Tarweed?
No. Do not feed tarweed to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer as food. If your pet ate tarweed and shows diarrhea, bloating, loss of appetite, or unusual quietness, contact your veterinarian.
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