Poisonous Plant Indicators
Complete the phrase: "Leaves of three, ____."
Let it be
What should you wear while hiking or gardening to reduce exposure to poisonous plants?
Long sleeves, pants, and boots
What can poisonous plants provide for animals that aren’t affected by the poisonous plant?
Shelter
After touching a poisonous plant, what should you do first?
Rinse immediately with cold water and degreasing soap (or rubbing alcohol)
What appearance of leaves may indicate a poisonous plant?
Shiny or waxy leaves
Can you rely on a plant identifier app to determine if a plant is safe to eat?
No, even plant identifier apps can be wrong.
How do poisonous plants help increase biodiversity?
Some insects adapt to consume them, driving evolution
Why should you clean under your fingernails after touching poison ivy or poison sumac?
To prevent the oils from spreading
What type of sap can be a warning sign that a plant may be poisonous?
Milky or colored sap
What should you never do with brush piles that may contain poison ivy, oak, or sumac?
Burn them
Poisonous plants help control what type of animal populations?
Herbivores
Name one treatment for a mild poisonous plant rash.
Cold shower, cold compress, or anti-itch cream/lotion
Name one physical structure that can warn you a plant may be poisonous.
Thorns, spines, or prickles
What serious health problem can occur from inhaling smoke from burning poison ivy, oak, or sumac?
Severe respiratory distress
Plant toxins are used in what two fields?
Medicine and scientific research
Should you induce vomiting after eating an unknown poisonous plant?
No, unless instructed by Poison Control
What unusual plant feature includes bright white, yellow, or red berries?
Berries in unnatural colors
Why should clothing and gear be washed after exposure to poison ivy?
The oils can remain on them
Provide and explain an example of a poisonous plant that is used for medicine and scientific research.
[Answer revealed in the moment!]
If medical care is needed after plant ingestion, what should you bring with you?
A sample or photo of the plant