Wormseed Mustard

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Wormseed Mustard

Names

Erysimum cheiranthoides

Description

An herbaceous annual plant that grows up to 100cm . Leaves are broad & elliptic, flowers are bright yellow and fruit grows in slender cylindrical brown capsules.

Wormseed Mustard

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Concern Level

Only during drought conditions, unpalatable. Can be incorporated into hay and most common poisonings are from first or second cuttings of hay.

Toxic Parts

Seeds, stem & leaves.

Wormseed Mustard

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Symptoms

Colic & depression

Danger

Contains Isothiocyanates which irritate digestive tract.

Wormseed Mustard

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More Information

ASPCA

*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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