Bird of Paradise

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Bird of Paradise

Names

Caesalpinia pulcherrima, Bird of Paradise, Pride of Barbados, Mexican Bird of Paradise

Description

Shrub or small tree, alternate leaves. Flowers grow in clusters with 5 petals and are usually yellow or orange with red a stamen. Seeds grow in an elongated pod.

Bird of Paradise

Concern Level

Only during drought conditions, unpalatable.

Toxic Parts

The raw seed

Bird of Paradise

Symptoms

Noticed about 30 minutes after ingestion, lack of coordination, colic, diarrhea

Danger

The toxicity is low, so your animal would have to eat a lot to get sick.

Bird of Paradise

More Information

Desert Tropicals

*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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