Christmas Rose

Christmas Rose
Additional Common Names: Hellebore, Lenten Rose, Easter Rose
Scientific Name: Helleborus niger
Family: Ranunculaceae
Toxicity: Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses
Toxic Principles: Cardiac glycosides, saponins, protoanemonin
Clinical Signs: Drooling, abdominal pain, diarrhea, colic, depression

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