Names
Lantana camara, Red Sage, Shrub Verbena
Description
Small perennial shrub with spiny stems. Leaves are toothed, fragrant when crushed and grow opposite or whirled. Flowers are white / pink / yellow / orange / red, tiny, have four petals and grow in flat clusters. Fruit is fleshy and green then matures to blue / black.
Concern level
Only during drought conditions, unpalatable.
Toxic parts
Leaves and unripe berries. Leaves irritate on contact with skin.
Symptoms
Irritation and swelling of mouth and throat, gastrointestinal upset, diarrhea, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, skin irritation.
Danger
Contains triterpenes which can be fatal.
More information
Univ of Illinois Veterinary Medicine Library
*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.