Amoena plant is very common in every household because of its tolerance of shade. Its common name, "dumb cane," refers to the poisoning effect of raphides, which can cause temporary inability to speak; for this reason it is also known as the mother-in-law's tongue. it must be grown indoors in temperate areas. They need light, but filtered sunlight through a window is usually sufficient. It respond well in hot temperature and dry climate.
The cells of the Amoena or also known as Dieffenbachia plant contain needle-shaped calcium oxalate crystals called raphides. If a leaf is chewed, these crystals can cause a temporary burning sensation and erythema. In rare cases, edema of tissues exposed to the plant has been reported. Mastication and ingestion generally result in only mild symptoms. With both children and pets, contact with dieffenbachia (typically from chewing) can cause a host of unpleasant symptoms, including intense numbing, oral irritation, excessive drooling, and localized swelling. However, these effects are rarely life-threatening. In most cases, symptoms are mild, and can be successfully treated with analgesic agents, antihistamines, or medical charcoal. Gastric evacuation or lavage is "seldom" indicated. In patients with exposure to toxic plants, 70% are children younger than 5 years.
If you have this kind of plant at home, it is very important to educate your household members about the harm of this plant can cause. It can kill a child in 1 minute and an adult in 15 minutes.
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If you have this kind of plant at home, it is very important to educate your household members about the harm of this plant can cause. It can kill a child in 1 minute and an adult in 15 minutes.
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