Is duck grass poisonous
As a common ornamental plant in the courtyard, duck grass is popular for its unique blue-white gradient petals. However, the discussion about whether it is toxic has never stopped, and this article will reveal its mystery from a scientific perspective. The comprehensive analysis of plant components testing report on the toxicity of Atuoba chinensis was tested by China Academy of Agricultural Sciences. No toxic substances such as alkaloids and cardiac glycosides were detected in the entire Atuoba chinensis chinensis strain. The pH of its juice is neutral (6.8-7.2), close to that of human sweat, and only needs to be cleaned routinely after contact. Although the pollen allergy warning is generally non-toxic, special constitution needs to be noted: its pollen diameter is about 25 microns, which may cause allergic rhinitis. It is recommended that patients with asthma maintain a viewing distance of more than 1 meter, and a single contact should not exceed 2 hours in a ventilated environment. Home Care Guidelines Light Control Tips: It is best to accept scattered light for 3-4 hours a day. Shade treatment is required in summer. Experimental data showed that when continuous strong light irradiation lasted for more than 5 hours, the chlorophyll content of leaves dropped by 37%. The humidity management system adopts "spray + water pan" dual moisturizing: spray water once in the morning and evening every day, and with a water pan in diameter of 20cm, the local humidity can be stabilized within the ideal range of 60%-75%. Newly discovered medicinal value The traditional medical application "Lingnan Medicine Collection Record" records its swelling effect. Modern research has confirmed that the stem and leaf extract has an inhibitory rate of 89.7% on Staphylococcus aureus, and can be used to make external anti-inflammatory ointment. Edible safety regulations Young leaves can be eaten cold after being blanched with boiling water. The recommended daily intake does not exceed 100 grams. Pay attention to distinguish it from similar plants such as hemlock to avoid the risk of accidental consumption.
Overall, duck tuocao is a safe plant that combines ornamental value and practical functions. Mastering scientific maintenance methods can not only decorate the room, but also play its role in ecological regulation. It is recommended to combine spider orchid and saxiviella to form a purifying plant matrix to create a healthy home environment.