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Borage, Starflower (Borago officinalis)
The plant causes local irritation. The plant fluid, or sap, can cause local irritation symptoms, such as stinging and burning at the exposure site. Does not absorb into the body. Rinse the exposed area with water.
Boston fern, Sword fern (Nephrolepis)
The plant is non-toxic.
Bougainvillea, ihmeköynnös (Bougainvillea)
Kasvi on myrkytön.
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea)
The plant is non-toxic.
Boxwood (Buxus)
The plant is toxic, but ingesting a small amount rarely causes symptoms.
Bracken (Pteridium aquilina)
The plant is toxic, but ingesting a small amount rarely causes symptoms.
Breadnut, Milkwood (Brosimum)
The plant is toxic, but ingesting a small amount rarely causes symptoms.
Bridal wreath (Spirae arguta)
The plant is non-toxic.
Bright eyes (Catharanthus roseus)
The plant is toxic, but ingesting a small amount rarely causes symptoms.
Brown fly agaric (Amanita regalis)
Brown fly agaric is poisonous to the central nervous system (CNS). Typical symptoms are fatigue and disorientation, resembling alcohol intoxication. Other symptoms are sweating, increased salivation, vomiting and diarrhea.
If the ingested amount is less than 2 cubes of sugar, the patient can be observed at home. If ingested in greater amounts, seek medical assistance. Contact the Poison Information Center if someone has ingested Brown fly agaric. Save the mushroom for possible identification afterwards.