Octopus Tree

Octopus Tree
Additional Common Names: Schefflera, Umbrella Tree, Australian Ivy Palm, Starleaf
Scientific Name: Schefflera or Brassia actinoplylla
Family: Araliaceae
Toxicity: Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats
Toxic Principles: Terpenoids, saponins, insoluble oxalates
Clinical Signs: Mild vomiting, diarrhea.

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