Avocado Tree

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Avocado Tree

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Names

Persea americana, Avocado Tree

Description

Can grow to 65 feet, the tree has evergreen leaves arranged alternately on it’s branches. Flowers are green / yellow and inconspicuous. Fruit is pear shaped and gets darker in color as it ripens.

Avocado Tree

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Concern Level

Low, only when horses exposed to avocado groves or trimmings.

Toxic Parts

Leaves, seeds, fruit and bark.

Avocado Tree

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Symptoms

Generally only affects mares and causes noninfectious mastitis, and sometimes gastritis and colic.

Danger

Not generally fatal.

Avocado Tree

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More Information

Wikipedia

*It should be noted that we are not veterinarians. This information is written specifically for horses and should be used for reference purposes only. If you think your horse has eaten something toxic call your vet right away.


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