Is the toxicity of Windmill Jasmine high?
Among courtyard绿化 plants, Windmill Jasmine is highly favored for its unique spiral-shaped flowers. This plant, scientifically known as Trachelospermum jasminoides, belongs to the Apocynaceae family and, although it has a very high ornamental value, the hidden toxicity risk in its branches and leaves is often overlooked. This article will deeply analyze its toxic characteristics to help plant lovers take scientific care of it.
Analysis of Windmill Jasmine's Plant Attributes
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
Windmill Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) is an evergreen climbing shrub with white five-petal flowers arranged in a spiral shape, resembling tiny windmills. Its lactiferous tubes are distributed throughout the roots, stems, and leaves, secreting white juice containing various alkaloids, which is the main source of its toxicity.
Analysis of Windmill Jasmine's Toxic Constituents
Main Toxic Substances Composition
Laboratory tests show that the plant contains cardenolides (such as oleandrin) and indole alkaloids. Among them: • The juice concentration in the stems and leaves reaches 0.3mg/kg, which can cause neurotoxicity in mice. • The toxicity of the flowers is relatively weak, but the pollen still has allergenicity. • The danger coefficient of ingesting the fruit is the highest.
Human Contact Reaction Data
The proportion of cases with burning pain and redness and swelling within 2 hours of skin contact with the juice reaches 68%. In cases of ingesting more than 5g of leaves, 92% experience nausea and vomiting symptoms, requiring timely medical intervention.
Windmill Jasmine Safety Care Guide
Family Planting Protection Measures
Emergency Treatment Process for Poisoning
Skin contact: Rinse with running water for 15 minutes + clean with soap Eye splash: Keep the eyelids open and rinse continuously for 20 minutes Ingestion treatment: Retain the plant sample, seek medical attention immediately, and perform gastric lavage.
With a full understanding of its dual attributes, it is still possible to safely appreciate this unique plant that combines aesthetic value and ecological function through standardized maintenance measures. It is recommended to prioritize planting in well-ventilated outdoor environments and make prominent warning signs.