The nature of the Belarusian land is magnificent and beautiful,gently sung in the songs, rhymed in verse and described in prose. It seems that even the home garden and vegetable garden are buried in verdure and bloom with all the colors of the rainbow. But, unfortunately, part of the plants that weave in parks and linger in country houses is included in a kind of “book” called “Poisonous Plants of Belarus”.
We suffer because of ignorance of elementary rules in the world of flora.
How many species of plants in Belarus can harmman? Of the twelve thousand that grow on its territory, only more than forty units are dangerous to health and can cause significant harm. Some of them, for example, are such foreigners as the Hogweed of Sosnowski (striking with chemical burns at a distance) and the Canadian goldenrod (causing a strong allergic reaction) actively sting anyone who approaches them at a sufficiently close distance. Others are more passive and harm only through direct contact.
When you relax in the park, there is, alas, noplates with the inscription "Caution, near dangerous plants", and sometimes it would need to be hung. After all, the flora of the forests of Belarus is represented by safe-looking and very poisonous in chemical composition herbs, flowers and shrubs.
The most dangerous grains and fruits are the parts responsible for the maintenance of life and the continuation of the species. We offer you the most dangerous poisonous plants of Belarus (description).
Beautiful, fragrant and poisonous lily of the valley in May
This cute forerunner of the long-awaited spring, oneof the first plants, symbolizing the beginning of a new life of nature, is extremely cunning. Lily of the valley contains toxins in all parts: the stem, leaves and especially the berries. The flower, which carries such a pleasant and intoxicating scent, even poisons the water in the vase. Cause of death for a person can be a few eaten berries of lily of the valley. Harmful substances affect the cardiovascular system and the gastric tract. Symptoms of poisoning are nausea and emetic urge. Possible cardiac arrest.
Dazzling Buttercup
The family of buttercups has more than 600 species.And a significant part of them - poisonous. This plant with a yellow, fiery flower sprouts on marshland. Buttercup is popularly known as "night blindness".
Like many others, these plants of the forests of Belaruspoisonous from root to tip of the leaf, especially the juice containing proto-anemonin. It is characterized by a sharp taste and aroma. No wonder the yellow buttercup is called "night blindness", because proto-anemonin irritates the eyes and may even cause temporary loss of vision. It provokes lacrimation, coughing, suffocation, irritates the mucous membranes of the nose and larynx, causes a runny nose, and spasms of the throat.
Elderberry red - a poisonous component of popular recipes
Elder is cystic, or, as people say more often,red, has in itself more toxic substances in comparison with black. This is a universal plant, the flowers of which are treated for bronchitis, and the fruits clean dark plaque from copper dishes. But in the hands of dilettantes, poisonous plants of Belarus, whose names include the word elder, acquire the status of a dangerous therapeutic drug.
In the world, everything is relative, so red is frequent"Guest" of alternative medicine in inept hands turns from a panacea for illness to poison. Ripe fruits are not harmful, but unripe berries, bark and leaves are harmful to the human body. In the venom of red elderberry contains a cyanogenic compound that disrupts the body's metabolism. Berry causes great harm to the digestive tract. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and even dizziness are symptoms of green elderberry poisoning. To eliminate the effects of the use of this poison, at least, you will need a few packs of activated carbon. And in severe cases - gastric lavage.
Hemlock speckled - the enemy who is as close as possible
The poisonous plants of Belarus also have in theirrows look called hemlock speckled. It has a healing effect, it is soothing, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic. He was taken as the best medicine for cancer, gout and rheumatism. Hemlock helps with migraines. However, he can rightly be given the first place among the poisonous plants that grow on the territory of Belarus.
Стебель, листья, цветы и плоды ядовитые.The main active ingredient is alkaloids and konyin, which in some cases causes paralysis. Pounded in the hands of hemlock emits a disgusting mouse smell. Learn it will not make any labor. Height from 30 to 60 centimeters, with white, small flowers and long petals of dark green color. This poisonous grass confidently occupied forest glades and grows close to people's dwellings.
Bitter sweet - an appetizing and very dangerous plant
The name bitter-sweet appeared becausethat sugar berries taste first, and after a second it becomes unpleasant in the mouth. It especially attracts all those who are not familiar with its popular name - “wolfberry”. Perennial shrub, height from 30 to 180 centimeters, plastered with bright red, shiny small berries. In folk medicine, it is used both in the treatment of eczema and asthma, and in case of irregular menstruation and venereal diseases. Nightshade berries cause severe poisoning in humans, which is accompanied by pain in the stomach.
Pursues nausea, vomiting, and sometimeslabored breathing. Poisonous plants of Belarus, photos of which are presented in the article, must be remembered. This will avoid possible troubles and save the most curious from the pitiable error.
Apple is a delicious vitamin bomb with poison
All known and beloved since childhood beautifulthe tale of Snow White, a charming princess whose wicked stepmother poisoned the beautiful apple with an apple, will also be relevant in this article. The story is romantic and tender, and no one ever thought that this fruit could seriously poison a person. Brown kernels from the core contain iodine, which in modern conditions is so lacking in the body. In addition, useful, bones have the glycoside of amygdalin, which in large quantities becomes a poison, leading to serious diseases. But 5-7 grains per day for an adult is a useful norm. Children, on the contrary, generally should refrain from them. With normalization of iodine levels, memory improves, headaches disappear, a person becomes attentive (these diseases and conditions are manifestations of iodine deficiency).
There are other poisonous plants of Belarus.The list can be replenished with such harmless delicacies as cherries, apricots, plums and peaches. Do not forget about these fruits with bones, they can also have a very negative impact on health. Amygdalin is also present in the core, therefore it is better to pre-remove it when preserving the mentioned fruits.
Another name of the poison will be familiar to smokers -hydrocyanic acid. Much is known about its harm, so do not expose yourself to unnecessary danger. This chemical compound serves as a natural protection of the fetus and protects it from being eaten by animals.
Poisonous plants of Belarus are familiar with manychildhood. For example, the well-known and, it would seem, only healthy and tasty potatoes, can also lead to poisoning. Tubers that have turned green in the sun accumulate poison, the name of which is solanine, leading to fever and even convulsions. No less dangerous and green fruits of tomatoes.
The world of plants - the world exciting and amazing
Но не стоит забывать, что мир растений очень dangerous for people far from the flora and not possessing a minimum stock of knowledge. Poisonous plants of Belarus are fraught with great healing power. In the skillful hands of the healer, a man with knowledge of traditional medicine, they are able to heal, relieve pain, suppress ailments, but at the same time they can cause irreparable harm to your health.
