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The genus name, Urtica, is taken from the Latin uro, "to burn."
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Not in any generally-translated language. The similar term Urtica is a genus of plants (nettles).
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The scientific or taxonomic name would be Urtica dioica.
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Nettle is any of numerous plants of the genus Urtica, having toothed leaves. The
Telugu meaning of Nettle is 'reguta'
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Ars, Opium, Colchicum, Colycynth, Chamomile, Urtica Dions, Urtica Dioica, Arnica, Cantharis, Gaulthesia, Methyl Sali, RT, Ruta G, Ledum Pal, Zingeber Officianale, Tinospora Cordifolia, Withania Somnifera, Alfalfa, Curcuram Longa, Cinnamonum, Boerhaavia Diffusa, Withania Somnifera, Asafoetida
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Urtica dioica is the scientific name for stingy nettles.
Specifically, plants generally can be identified in one of two ways. One method involves recourse to the names which non-scientific people use. These names tend to be in the local language. Examples regarding stingy nettles will include common nettles and stinging nettles.
The other method involves use of the names which researchers and scientists use. These names generally may be expected to include words of Greek and Latin origins. The example in this particular case will be the term Urtica dioica, with the Latin word urtica meaning "nettle" and the Greek-derived word dioica meaning "two houses" (from δι [di-] for "double, twice" and οἰκία [oikίa] for "houses") in reference to eggs and sperms locating on different plants ("houses") of the species.
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Nettles belonging to the Urtica cause irritation upon contact with the skin. This plant in native to the United States, Europe, parts of Asia and Northern Africa.
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The world's prickliest plant is the "giant hogweed" (Heracleum mantegazzianum), known for its large size and extremely sharp spines that can cause skin irritation and burns upon contact. It is important to avoid touching this plant to prevent any harm.
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Urtica Ferox is the scientific name.
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Stinging nettles - Urtica urens - are most commonly used in shampoos and hair rinses, but are also added to soups & stews as they are high in vitamins A & C. Medicinally they are used in the treatment of arthritis, eczema & anaemia.
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Leonurus cardiaca is used in Western herbalism. Leonurus heterophyllus is used in Chinese medicine.
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returning to the origin of Gout's disease, an inflammatory disease, i think herbal products with anti inflammatory properties including Urtica species can help and such products are still consumed as diet rather than drugs.
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Urticaria pigmentosa is a skin disease that produces lesions and intense itching. If you rub the lesions, hives may develop.
Alternative NamesMastocytosis; Mastocytoma
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsUrticaria pigmentosa is one of several forms of mastocytosis, which occurs where there are too many inflammatory cells (mast cells) in the skin.
Urticaria pigmentosa is most often seen in children, but it can also occur in adults.
SymptomsThe main symptom is brownish lesions on skin. Rubbing the skin sore causes a hive-like bump. Younger children may develop a fluid-filled blister if it is scratched.
The face may also become flushed.
In severe cases, the following symptoms may occur:
- Diarrhea
- Fainting(uncommon)
- Headache
- Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia)
- Skin biopsy to confirm an increase in the number of mast cells
- Urine histamine
Antihistamines may relieve symptoms such as itching and flushing. Discuss the choice of antihistamine with your child's health care provider. Other medications may be recommended for symptoms of more severe and unusual forms of urticaria pigmentosa.
Expectations (prognosis)Urticaria pigmentosa goes away by puberty in about half of the affected children. Symptoms usually get better in others as they grow into adulthood.
In adults, urticaria pigmentosa may develop into a more serious condition called systemic mastocytosis.
ComplicationsDiscomfort from itching, and possible self-consciousness about the "spots," are the primary complications. Other problems such as diarrhea and fainting are rare.
Certain medications may trigger flares of urticaria pigmentosa. Discuss these with your doctor.
Bee stings may also cause severe allergic reactions in some patients with urticaria pigmentosa. Your doctor may advise you to carry an injectable epinephrine kit (such as EpiPen or Twinject) to be used in case of a bee sting.
Calling your health care providerCall for an appointment with your health care provider if your child has symptoms of urticaria pigmentosa.
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Agua(water/eau), Behentrimonium, mentholated and cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, aloe barbadensis leaf juice and algae extract, cetrimonium chloride, cetrimonium bromide, glycerine,camellia oleifera leaf extract urtica dioica (nettle) etc.......
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Also called 'Stinging Nettle,' this weed is a perennial that has stinging hairs on the stems and surface of the lower leaves. It's seeds are spread by the wind and its underground stems. It grows in clumps and can form large colonies.
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According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 1 words with the pattern --TICA. That is, six letter words with 3rd letter T and 4th letter I and 5th letter C and 6th letter A. In alphabetical order, they are:
urtica
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According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 4 words with the pattern --T-CA. That is, six letter words with 3rd letter T and 5th letter C and 6th letter A. In alphabetical order, they are:
motuca
mutuca
pataca
urtica
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Yes, itch weed does spread. The flowering herbaceous perennial in question (Urtica dioica) manages to take over space by above-ground and below-ground aggressiveness. The hairy-leaved, tall-stemmed plant spreads by rhizomes, roots, seeds and stolons whereas edibles and ornamentals often rely upon roots for intakes and seeds for propagation.
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According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 1 words with the pattern UR--CA. That is, six letter words with 1st letter U and 2nd letter R and 5th letter C and 6th letter A. In alphabetical order, they are:
urtica
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According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 2 words with the pattern -R-ICA. That is, six letter words with 2nd letter R and 4th letter I and 5th letter C and 6th letter A. In alphabetical order, they are:
arnica
urtica
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According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 1 words with the pattern -RT-CA. That is, six letter words with 2nd letter R and 3rd letter T and 5th letter C and 6th letter A. In alphabetical order, they are:
urtica
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According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 1 words with the pattern UR-ICA. That is, six letter words with 1st letter U and 2nd letter R and 4th letter I and 5th letter C and 6th letter A. In alphabetical order, they are:
urtica
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According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 1 words with the pattern -RTICA. That is, six letter words with 2nd letter R and 3rd letter T and 4th letter I and 5th letter C and 6th letter A. In alphabetical order, they are:
urtica
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According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 14 words with the pattern --TIC-. That is, six letter words with 3rd letter T and 4th letter I and 5th letter C. In alphabetical order, they are:
antick
antics
artics
attics
detick
entice
fetich
matico
metics
notice
optics
shtick
uptick
urtica
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Urtica ferox is the species name of one of the NZ stinging nettle family. There are 4 members of the family, one (the above) can grow to a large shrub or tree with a trunk up to150mm thick, and a height of 1.5m. The other three are herbs.
There has been one human death from this. Horses are more sensitive and may be ridden carelessly through the nettles, and several deaths are known.
[I assure you that one creeps about under this shrub VERY carefully.]
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Only thabai I know is a plant from Africa that is used as a laxative.
Thabai or hatha is the Kikuyuname for stinging nettles (Urtica Ferox)
It is believed to have blood purifying abilities, so here in Kenya it comes in the form of teabags which are taken as an infusion.
One needs to wear leather gloves while harvesting, because thabai stings so bad! The leaves are also dried in the sun and crushed to form a powder that is used to mash irio, mukimo or githeri. Thabai gives a nice green colour to food.
It can also be cooked just like any other vegetable such as spinach or collards (if you can avoid the stings!).
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Red ash (Alphitonia excelsa), Headache vine (Clematis microphylla), Rock fuchsia bush (Eremophila), Liniment tree (Melaleuca symphyocarpa), Tamarind (Tamarindus indica) and Snakevine (Tinospora smilacina) were used for centuries by the indigenous Australians as remedies for headaches.
Cough and cold remedies include Lemon grasses (Cymbopogon), Fuchsia bushes (Eremophila), Tea trees (Melaleuca), River mint (Mentha australis) and Great morinda (Morinda citrifolia).
Blackwood (Acacia melanoxylon), Konkerberry (Carissa Ianceolata), Beach bean (Canacalia rosea), Tick-weed (Cleome viscosa), Stinging tree (Dendrocnide moroides) and Nettle (Urtica) have been used to ease the pain and inflammation of rheumatism.
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Yes, in fact there are many! Usnea (a lichen that looks similar to the moss on live oak trees; Urtica dioica, which is Stinging Nettle; Ulmus Fulva which is also known as Slippery Elm. If you were looking for herbs with common names starting with the letter U, rather than their botanical binomials starting with U, here's a few of those: Umbrella Grass, Umbrella Tree, Unicorn Root, Uva-ursi.
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Eczema (also called "atopic dermatitis") is a serious skin disease. Eczema causes dry skin that can itch, get red and crack. Part of the skin might break out in a rash, or the rash might be on the whole body. It could look several ways some include thick red, scales, scaly patches and flaky skin patches. Sometimes pus-filled blisters form. Homeopathic is very sucessful in treating the skin problems. Sulpher, Graphites, gun powder, etc are medicines to treat the skin problem.
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According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 17 words with the pattern U---C-. That is, six letter words with 1st letter U and 5th letter C. In alphabetical order, they are:
umiack
umiacs
uncock
undeck
undock
unfact
unlace
unlich
unlock
unpack
unpick
untack
untuck
uplock
uptick
urtica
usance
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Composting agents are known as "activators."
They basically provide a culture of the "good" bacteria necessary to start a compost.
All these bacteria are naturally present in the top soil of a garden or a wood by the billions, so there is really no need to purchase any such activator.
The best way to get a new compost bin started is to add some compost from the previous bin to the first layer of new material to compost.
If you are building a whole large compost heap in just an hour, you will want to add a layer of activator every few inches. Again, this activator will most likely be compost from a mature heap, or plain ground soil.
Worms are also a great help for composting. If you have some holes at the bottom of your compost bin, they will find their way naturally. And it will also prevent the bottom of your bin from rotting if there is too much water in it.
Some herbs are also known to facilitate a quicker and healthier compost. Just cut some "weeds" or wild flowers close to the ground, stamp on them so they are in contact with the ground, leave them on site for a couple of days so the bacteria from the ground start colonising them, then add them on top of your compost heap.
Biodynamic agriculture uses 6 plants or medicinal herbs as composting activator:
● Yarrow - Achillea millefolium (preparation 502)
● German chamomile - Matricaria chamomilla (preparation 503)
● Stinging nettle - Urtica dioïca (preparation 504)
● English oak bark - Quercus robur (preparation 505)
● Dandelion - Taraxacum officinale (preparation 506)
● Valerian- Valeriana officinalis (preparation 507)
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go and buy a topical cream for antifungal and keep the area dry and clean. Apply the cream 3x daily until gone
Antihistamines like Benadryl are the obvious solution to a problem with hives. A rash on your skin is your body's way of telling you that it's fighting something you're allergic to or something foreign on your skin. Nevertheless, try a homeopathic medicine called urtica urens first before giving antihistamines a shot. Get a 30c strength from the chemist and suck one twice a day-that should work within two or three days and might actually solve the problem. It's safe and free of any side effects.
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* Werewolves are myths from past times, but there was a case in England where a man would actually have facial changes and hair growing on his face and body and he had great strength. He was arrested by the police and put into a cell. That evening there was a full moon and he pleaded with police to tie him down so he would not hurt anyone. Of course the police thought the man was a raving lunatic, but two police officers actually witnessed this man's facial features change; hair growing from his face and body and he began to stretch the bars on the cell window. The police couldn't believe their eyes. This case is documented. Keep in mind that if some individuals believe deeply enough in something they can have some physical changes to their body. http://www.altereddimensions.net/creatures/werewolf.aspx [I don't see your account on this web page] * There are very few and they are very hard to find you must survive tests and they are all located in forests to try to find them is to try to find trouble my advice is to give up now, but if your looking for them check the web for locations then at least you'll get a push in the right direction. * Cult would imply a deviant nature, as would werewolf.
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Do not induce vomiting. You should get the dog to the vet as SOON as possible. Stinging nettles (Urtica diotica) are poisonous to dogs (other animals and even humans can be affected). The smaller the dog, the more severe the reaction can be. The animal may have stepped on the nettles, inhaled the poison, or eaten it. The dog may not even show a rash or swelling. The dog may show typical signs of poisoning - lethargy, vacant look/staring, twitching, enhanced startle reaction, shaking, inability to stand. It may or may not vomit. The dog may shiver and may feel cold to the touch. If you take the temperature it may be low (101 is normal. Lower temps can cause lowered blood sugar/blood pressure.) Swift treatment is necessary or the dog may die.
If no vet is available, there are 2 main areas to address: Low blood sugar and low body temperature. With a warm, damp washcloth wipe the dog's face, eyes, nose, ears, belly, legs, and paws to remove any possible toxins there. Be sure to dry him off and wrap him up quickly afterwards. Squirt a little water into it's mouth to rinse it.
For the blood sugar, for a small dog (up to 20 lbs.) give a teaspoon of Karo syrup or sugar water every 20 minutes for 1 hour (3x). If the dog is unable to lick the syrup, put it on your finger and rub it inside the mouth on the cheeks and gums.
For the low temp, try to warm the dog. You can place a heating pad on low under a folded blanket. Put a shirt on the dog if you have one and wrap it in a blanket. You can lay next to the dog to comfort him and warm him with your body heat as well. Protect bedding as the dog may lose control of back legs and hind quarters and urinate small amounts.
A vet may give a dog poisoned by nettles an antihistamine, but you should not do so unless instructed to do so by a vet, as the dog may have an adverse reaction.
The dog should show improvement within 36 hours. As with any poisoning, feed the dog a bland diet of rice and boiled chicken after recovery.
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Ayurveda, the traditional system of medicine from India, provides various herbs and formulations that are believed to address concerns related to excessive hair growth on the face in grown-ups. It's important to note that the efficacy of Ayurvedic remedies can vary between individuals, and consulting with an Ayurvedic practitioner for personalized advice is recommended. Here are some Ayurvedic herbs and formulations that are traditionally used for managing excessive facial hair growth:
Turmeric (Curcuma longa):
Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-androgenic properties. A paste made from turmeric and water or milk is sometimes applied to the face to help reduce facial hair growth.
Chickpea Flour (Besan) and Turmeric Paste:
A mixture of chickpea flour (besan) and turmeric is a traditional Ayurvedic remedy believed to inhibit hair growth. This paste can be applied to the face, left to dry, and then gently rubbed off.
Papaya and Turmeric Mask:
Papaya contains enzymes that may help in breaking down hair follicles. A combination of mashed ripe papaya and turmeric can be applied to the face as a mask.
Nettle (Urtica dioica):
Nettle is considered an anti-androgenic herb and is traditionally used in Ayurveda for various health purposes. It may be consumed as a tea or taken in supplement form under the guidance of an Ayurvedic practitioner.
Spearmint Tea:
Spearmint is believed to have anti-androgenic properties and may help reduce excessive hair growth. Drinking spearmint tea regularly is a common Ayurvedic remedy for this purpose.
Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra):
Licorice is known for its anti-androgenic properties. It may be used topically as a paste or taken internally in the form of licorice tea. However, it's crucial to use licorice under the guidance of an Ayurvedic practitioner due to potential side effects.
Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) Oil:
Safflower oil is sometimes used topically to help inhibit hair growth. It is believed to have anti-androgenic effects. The oil can be applied to the face, and excess hair can be removed by gentle rubbing.
Ayurvedic Formulations:
Some Ayurvedic formulations, such as Chandra Prabha Vati, are believed to balance hormonal levels and may be used for managing excessive hair growth. However, these formulations should be taken under the guidance of an Ayurvedic practitioner.
It's crucial to approach these remedies with caution and under the supervision of a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner. Additionally, it's advisable to consult with a healthcare professional to rule out any underlying medical conditions that may be contributing to excessive facial hair growth. Hair growth patterns can be influenced by various factors, including hormonal imbalances, genetics, and medical conditions, and a comprehensive approach may be necessary for effective management.
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Nettles (Urtica dioica) sting to protect themselves, the question that you should be asking is How do nettles sting? Well, now you asked... The stinging structure of the nettle is very similar to the hypodermic needle although it predates that man-made invention by millions of years! Each sting is actually a hollow hair stiffened by silica with a swollen base that contains the venom. The tip of this hair is very brittle and when brushed against, no matter how lightly, it breaks off exposing a sharp point that penetrates the skin and delivers its stinging payload. It used to be thought that the main constituent of the sting was formic acid - the same chemical used by ants, giving that never forgotten burning sensation that demands to be scratched. Although formic acid is present in the sting, recent research has shown that the main chemicals are histamine, acetylcholine and 5-hydroxytryptamine (serotonin). A fourth ingredient has yet to be identified. Remember when stung a natural remedy will often be found close at hand. The leaves of the dock contain chemicals that neutralise the sting and also cool the skin.
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The Home Doctor - Practical Medicine for Every Household -
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GUINEA PIG SHOPPING LIST:
COMPILED, WITH LOVE, BY SANDFACE :)
Recommended :
1 cup of mixed veggies per pig per day. Unlimited hay. Unlimited pellets.
HIGH Vitamin C foods:
- Guinea pig pellets with stabilized vitamin C - alfalfa based for youngsters, pregnant & nursing sows, slim or sick pigs; timothy based for healthy, grown, chubby pigs (do not substitute rabbit or chinchilla pellets; avoid mixes with nuts, seeds or colored bits)
- Parsley - curly or plain (high in calcium)
- Cilantro / Chinese Parsley / Corriander greens
- Celery leaves
- Collard greens
- Mustard greens / Leaf Mustard
- Water Cress
- Garden Cress
- Swiss Chard, Red Chard
- Beet greens
- Spinach (feed in moderation, linked to formation of kidney & bladder stones)
- Carrot tops / leaves
- Peas in pods, Pea Shoots (not dried)
- Dandelion greens
- Grass - wheat, winter rye (grown in pots from seed)
- Kale - curly or plain
- Broccoli, Broccolini (stems are liked better than flowers)
- Broccoli Rabe / Rabe / Rapini
- Cauliflower / Broccoflower
- Brussels Sprouts
- Cabbage
- Red Cabbage
- Tuscan Cabbage / Cavolo Nero
- Savoy Cabbage
- Kohlrabi leaves
- Bell / Sweet Peppers - red, green, yellow (not hot or Chile)
- Tomato (sores around mouth can develop; leaves poisonous; artificially grown can be low in vit C)
- Tamarillo (leaves poisonous)
- Orange (caution - sores around lips can develop)
- Tangerine / Mandarin (caution - sores around lips can develop)
- Grapefruit (caution - sores around lips can develop)
- Lemon, Lime (home-grown best, otherwise feed cautiously)
- Cantaloupe Melon
- Honeydew Melon
- Currants - yellow, red or black (leaves also edible)
- Gooseberries
- Strawberries
- Kiwi Fruit
- Mango
- Guava
- Feijoa / Pineapple Guava
- Papaya / Paw Paw / Tree Melon
- Persimmon - American or oriental
- Rosehip
LOW Vitamin C foods:
- Hay - timothy, meadow, alpine and others (must always be available)
- Alfalfa - green or dried (high calcium & calories - good for youngsters, pregnant & nursing sows)
- Romaine Lettuce
- Lettuces - red, green, butter, Boston and other (avoid iceberg)
- Frisee Lettuce
- Arugula / Rocket / Roquette / Rucola
- Green Endive
- Belgian Endive
- Radicchio / Italian Chicory
- Treviso Radicchio
- Salad mix (without iceburg lettuce)
- Artichoke
- Asparagus
- Anise
- Basil
- Dill
- Mint
- Thyme
- Chives (caution, feed in moderation)
- Green Onion tops (caution, feed in moderation)
- Green Leek tops (caution, feed in moderation)
- Sweet Onions (caution, feed in moderation)
- Celery stalks (cut into small pieces)
- Corn on the cob (strings, leaves & stalks are edible too)
- Bean Sprouts
- Green Beans in pods / String Beans (not dried)
- Carrots (feed in moderation, vit A in carrots said to cause liver problems)
- Yam / Sweet Potato (high in vit A? - leaves edible)
- Beets
- Celery Root / Celeriac
- Kohlrabi bulbs
- Radishes (if mild)
- Turnip
- Parsnip
- Rutabaga (aka Swede)
- Parsley root
- Cucumber (fresh only, not pickled)
- Squash - acorn, banana, butterhorn, spagetti, and others (feed in moderation)
- Zucchini
- Pumpkin
- Pineapple - fresh (sores around lips & mouth can develop)
- Apple (avoid seeds; if too tart, sores around lips & mouth can develop)
- Crabapple
- Pear
- Asian Pear
- Plum, Prune (dried high in sugar - as treat only)
- Nectarine
- Apricot
- Peach
- Cherries (remove pits)
- Cranberries (whole fruit, not concentrate or juice)
- Raspberries
- Blackberries
- Bilberries
- Blueberries
- Watermelon (can cause diarrhea - high water content)
- Banana (feed in great moderation - can cause constipation)
- Passion Fruit / Granadilla
- Grapes (in moderation, high in sugar)
- Figs (dried high in sugar - as treat only)
- Dates (dried high in sugar)
EDIBLE wild grasses, plants and herbs:
(make sure you know what you are picking! be sure to pick from places free of contaminants such as pesticides , exhaust fumes or animal urine ; pick plants that are healthy looking, without insect damage, fungus spots, breakage, or wilting)
- Grass (common grasses are edible, avoid ornamental grasses)
- Clover (Trifollium repens or Trifolium pratense)
- Dandelion (Teraxacum officinale) - pick leaves, stems, flowers (even root OK)
- Anise (Pimpinella anisum)
- Blackberry leaves (Rubus plicatus) - pick young & tender leaves and shoots
- Calendula (Calendula officinalis) - leaves and flowers
- Caraway (Carum carvi)
- Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis)
- Chickweed (Stellaria media)
- Cleavers / Stickyweed / Goosegrass / Bedstraw (Galium aparine)
- Coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
- Cowberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaeae) - berries, leaves in moderation
- Cow Parsley (Anthiscus sylvestris)
- Dog Rose (Rosa canina) - ripe fruits
- Duckweed (Lemna minor) - aquatic
- Fennel (Foeniculum capillaceum)
- Field Violet / Wild Pansy (Viola tricolor)
- Groundsel (Senecio vulgaris)
- Lemon Mint / Melissa (Melissa officinalis)
- Linden / Lime Tree (Tilia cordata or Tilia platyphyllos) - flowers with pale yellow leaflets
- Miner's Lettuce (Claytonia perfoliata)
- Pepermint (Mentha piperita)
- Plantain (Plantago major or Plantago lanceolata)
- Raspberry leaves (Rubus idaeus) - pick young & tender leaves and shoots
- Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica)
- Shepherd's Purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris)
- Silverweed (Potentilla anserina)
- Vetch (Vicia x)
- Yarrow (Achllea millefolium)
- Whortleberry / Heidelberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) - berries, leaves in moderation
- Wild Chamomile (Matricaria chammomilla)
- Wild Strawberry (Fragaria vesca) - berries and leaves
AVOID Danger foods:
- Iceburg Lettuce (low nutrition, high water)
- Hot Peppers / Chiles / Paprikas
- Hot herbs and spices
- Pickled veggies (dills, capers, sour krauts)
- Garlic or pungent onions (will not poison pigs, )
- Tomato leaves & stalks (poisonous)
- Tomatillo leaves & stalks (poisonous)
- Rhubarb (poisonous)
- Seeds (choking hazard)
- Dry beans and peas
- Nuts (too high in fat)
- Avocado (too high in fat)
- Coconut (too high in fat)
- Horseradish (leaves probably ok, root too pungent)
- Mushrooms
- Potatos (poisonous if green or sprouted) - sweet patatos / yams are ok
- Taro (dangerous if eaten raw / unprepared)
- Jams, jellies and fruit preserves (too high in sugar)
- Fruit juices (sugar-free, or unsweetened juices are OK)
- Teas, coffee, colas
- Fried, cooked and otherwise prepared foods
- Peanut butter, cakes, cookies, baked goods
- Milk and milk products
- Wild grasses, plants and herbs that you are unsure of, or that look different from ones you know
- Flowers (commercially grown decorative plants contain preservatives & pesticides)
QUESTION foods:
(just don't know much about them, or unsure if ok for pigs to eat)
- Canned veggies
Asian Fruit and Vegetables: (I tried to include names in various languages when possible)
- Abiu / Caimo / Canistel / Dan Huang Guo
- Bamboo Shoots
- Banana Leaves
- Betel Leaves / La Lop
- Bitter Melon / Bitter Gourd / Balsam Pear / Balsam Pod (must remove seeds)
- Chinese Broccoli / Gai Lum / Kai Lan / Kairan
- Chinese Flowering Cabbage / Choy Sum / Sawi Manis / Saishin
- Chinese Cabbage / Wong Baak / Kubis Gna / Hakusai
- Pe-Tsai Cabbage
- Chinese Chard / Bok Choy / Pak Choy / Pak Tsoi / Pechay
- Baby Bok Choy
- Chinese Spinach / Amaranth / Een Choy / In Tsoi / Bayam / Santonsai
- Chinese Mustard / Gai Choy / Kaai Tsoi / Mustaa / Ha Karashina / Cai Xanh
- Chinese Keys / Khao Chae / Suo Shi / Temu Kunchi (like ginger)
- Chinese Long Beans / Yard-Long Beans / Asparagus Beans / Dau Gok
- Chocolate Fruit / Black Persimmon / Black Sapote / Kaki Noir
- Durian / Dourian / Lau Lin
- Ginger Root
- Hairy Melon / Moa Gua
- Jute / Jew's Mallow / Meloukhia / Meloukhiya Sheitaani
- Kaffir Lime Leaves
- Longan / Litchi Ponceau / Loon Ngan / Lengkleng (like Lychee)
- Lychee
- Mangosteen / Saan Jook / Manggis
- Sin Qua / Luffa - smooth and angled
- Soursop / Guanabana
- Star Apple
- Taro / Woo Tau / Dalo / Sato-Imo leaves (leaves ok? raw taro root poisonous )
- Water Spinach / Convolvulus / Ung Choy / Yeung Choy / Kang Kung
- White Radish / Daikon / Loh Baak / Mu
- White Sapote / Casimiroa
- Winter Melon / Wax Melon / Dong Gua
- Yam Bean / Jicama / Di Gwa / Sinkamas / Seng Kuang / Kuzuimo (root ok?, leaves & stems poisonous)
- Yam / Shuyu / Ubi / Yama Imo (this tuber is safe for guinea pigs to eat)
Other Fruit and Vegetables:
- Acerola- West Indian, Pitanga, Surinam, Sour, Sweet
- Babaco
- Borage
- Breadfruit
- Burdock
- Cardoon
- Cassava / Yucca Root
- Catus
- Chayota
- Cherimoya
- Custard apple
- Dock
- Eggplant
- Fern bracken - Fiddlehead Fern shoots
- Ginger
- Jujube (high vit C)
- Kailan
- Kiwano
- Komatsuna
- Kumquat
- Lemon Grass
- Longan
- Loquat
- Mizuna
- Okra
- Opuntia Cactus
- Oregano
- Plantain banana (needs cooking, high starch)
- Pomegranate
- Quince
- Rosemary
- Sage
- Sakata
- Salsify / Oyster plant
- Sapodilla
- Sorrel
- Soy beans and soy products (too high in protein?)
- Star fruit
- Sugar Cane (too high in sugar?)
- Tapioca (too high in starch & calories?)
- Yucca
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- any of these are posionous
- Aconitum
- (Aconite, wolfsbane, monkshood) (Aconitum napellus). The poison is concentrated in the unripe seed pods and roots, but all parts are poisonous. Causes digestive upset, nervous excitement. The juice in plant parts is often fatal. It is a quick-acting poison often used to coat poisonous arrows in Asia.
- Adenium obesum
- . Also known as Sabi Star, Kudu or Desert-rose.The plant exudes a highly toxic sap which is used by the Meridian High and Hadza in Tanzania, to coat arrow-tips for hunting.
- Agave
- . The juice of a number of species causes acute contact dermatitis, with blistering lasting several weeks and recurring itching for several years thereafter.
- Abrus precatorius
- , known commonly as Jequirity, Crab's Eye, Rosary Pea, 'John Crow' Bead, Precatory bean, Indian Licorice, Akar Saga, Giddee Giddee or Jumbie Bead in Trinidad & Tobago. Particularly dangerous as the brightly-coloured seeds (usually black and red) are commonly used in jewellry and easily eaten by children.
- Angel's Trumpet
- (Brugmansia). All parts of the plant contains the tropane alkaloids scopolamine and atropine. Often fatal.
- Autumn crocus
- . The bulbs are poisonous and cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Can be fatal.
- Azalea
- . (Azalea ssp.) All parts of the plant are poisonous and cause nausea, vomiting, depression, breathing difficulties, coma. Rarely fatal.
- Bittersweet nightshade
- (Solanum dulcamara). All parts are poisonous, containing solanine and causing fatigue, paralysis, convulsions, and diarrhea. Rarely fatal.[2]
- Bleeding heart
- (Dicentra cucullaria)/Dutchman's breeches. Leaves and roots are poisonous and cause convulsions and other nervous symptoms.
- Black locust
- . Pods are toxic.
- Black nightshade
- (Solanum nigrum). All parts of the plant except the ripe fruit contain the toxin glycoalkaloid solanine.
- Blister Bush
- (Peucedanum galbanum). All parts are poisonous, and contact causes painful blistering that is intensified with exposure to sunlight.
- Blue-green algae
- (Anacystis cynea and Anabaena circinalis)
- Calabar Bean
- (Physostigma venenosum) Also known as ordeal beans due to their former use in trials by ordeal. Contains the alkaloid physostigmine.
- Caladium
- / Elephant Ear. All parts of the plant are poisonous. Symptoms are generally irritation, pain, and swelling of tissues. If the mouth or tongue swell, breathing may be fatally blocked.
- Castor oil plant
- (Ricinus communis). The phytotoxin is ricin, an extremely toxic water-soluble protein, which is concentrated in the seed. Also present are ricinine, an alkaloid, and an irritant oil. Causes burning in mouth and throat, convulsions, and is often fatal.
- Cerbera odollam
- . Colloquially known as the Suicide Tree, the nut contains cerberin, which stops the heart.
- Cocklebur
- (Xanthium spp.). Seedlings and seeds are poisonous to livestock.
- Daffodil
- (Narcissus (genus)). The bulbs are poisonous and cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Can be fatal. Stems also cause headaches, vomiting, and blurred vision.
- Daphne
- (Daphne sp.). The berries (either red or yellow) are poisonous, causing burns to mouth and digestive tract, followed by coma. Often fatal.
- Darnel
- / poison ryegrass (Lolium temulentum). The seeds and seed heads of this common garden weed may contain the alkaloids temuline and loliine. Some experts also point to the fungusergotor fungi of the genus endoconidium, both of which grow on the seed heads of rye grasses, as an additional source of toxicity.[3]
- Datura
- / nightshade. Contains the alkaloids scopolamine and atropine. Datura has been used as a hallucinogenic drug by the native peoples of the Americas and others.[4]Incorrect dosage can lead to death.
- Deadly nightshade
- (Atropa belladonna). All parts of the plant contain the toxic alkaloid atropine. The young plants and seeds are especially poisonous, causing nausea, muscle twitches, paralysis; often fatal.
- Deathcamas
- / black snakeroot. All parts of the plant are poisonous, causing nausea, severe upset.
- Delphinium
- . Contains the alkaloid delsoline. Young plants and seeds are poisonous, causing nausea, muscle twitches, paralysis, often fatal.
- Doll's eyes
- . Berries are highly poisonous, as well as all other parts.
- Dumbcane
- / dieffenbachia. All parts are poisonous, causing intense burning, irritation, and immobility of the tongue, mouth, and throat. Swelling can be severe enough to block breathing, leading to death.
- Elderberry
- . The roots are considered poisonous and cause nausea and digestive upset.
- European Holly
- (Ilex aquifolium). The berries cause gastroenteritis.
- Excoecaria
- (milky mangrove, blind-your-eye mangrove, river poison tree).
- Foxglove
- (Digitalis purpurea). The leaves, seeds, and flowers are poisonous, containing cardiac or other steroid glycosides. These cause irregular heartbeat, general digestive upset, and confusion. Can be fatal.
- Frangipani
- (Plumeria spp.). Contact with the sap may irritate eyes and skin.
- Giant hogweed
- is a phototoxic plant. Its sap can cause phytophotodermatitis (severe skin inflammations) when the skin is exposed to sunlight or to UV-rays. Initially the skin colours red and starts itching. Then blisters form as in burns within 48 hours. They form black or purplish scars, which can last several years. Hospitalisation may become necessary. Presence of minute amounts of sap in the eyes can lead to temporary or even permanent blindness.
- Gifblaar
- (Dichapetalum cymosum). Well-known as a livestock poison in South Africa; this plant contains the metabolic poison fluoroacetic acid.
- Hemlock
- (Conium maculatum). All parts of the plant contain the relatively simple alkaloid coniine which causes stomach pains, vomiting, and progressive paralysis of the central nervous system. Can be fatal; it is the poison that killed Socrates. Not to be confused with hemlock trees (Tsugaspp), which are not edible but are not nearly as toxic as the herbaceous plant Conium.
- Hemlock water-dropwort
- (Oenanthe crocata). Carrot-like roots poisonous to livestock.
- Henbane
- . Seeds and foliage poisonous.
- Horse-chestnut
- . All parts of the plant are poisonous, causing nausea, muscle twitches, and sometimes paralysis.
- Holly
- . Berries cause vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea.
- Hyacinth
- . The bulbs are poisonous, causing nausea, vomiting, gasping, convulsions, and possibly death.
- Ivy
- . (Hedera helix)The leaves and berries are poisonous, causing stomach pains, labored breathing, possible coma.
- Jequirity
- . The seed is extremely poisonous.
- Jerusalem cherry
- . (Solanum ssp.). All parts, especially the berries, are poisonous, causing nausea and vomiting. It is occasionally fatal, especially to children.
- Jimson weed
- / datura / thorn apple / stinkweed / Jamestown weed (Datura stramonium). All parts of the plant are poisonous, causing abnormal thirst, vision distortions, delirium, incoherence, coma. Often fatal. A significant grazing livestock poison in North America.
- Laburnum
- . All parts, especially the seeds, are poisonous, causing excitement, staggering, convulsions, coma; occasionally fatal.
- Larkspur
- (both Delphinium and Consolida spp).[5]Young plants and seeds are poisonous, causing nausea, muscle twitches, paralysis. Often fatal.
- Lilies
- . Most are poisonous, especially to cats.
- Manchineel
- (Hippomane mancinella). All parts of this tree, including the fruit, contain toxic phorbol esters typical of the Euphorbiaceae.
- Mayapple
- (Podophyllum peltatum). Green portions of the plant, unripe fruit, and especially the rhizome contain the non-alkaloid toxin podophyllotoxin, which causes diarrhea, severe digestive upset.
- Monkshood
- . All parts of the plant are highly poisonous. Ancient warriors used it to poison their enemies' water supplies. Used in the past for killing wolves. Causes burning, tingling, and numbness in the mouth, then the intestine, followed by vomiting; death by asphyxiation.
- Moonseed
- . The fruits and seeds are poisonous, causing nausea and vomiting. Often fatal.
- Mother of Millions
- (Kalanchoe tubiflora). These plants are deadly to livestock, and there is every indication that they are toxic to humans.
- Mountain Laurel
- (Kalmia latifolia). All parts of the plants are poisonous.
- Oak
- . (Quercus ssp). Most species' foliage and acorns are mildly poisonous, causing digestive upset, heart trouble, contact dermatitis. Rarely fatal. Consumed, after proper processing, as a staple in many parts of the world.
- Oleander
- (Nerium oleander). All parts are toxic, containing nerioside, oleandroside, saponins, and cardiac glycosides, but especially the leaves and woody stems. They cause severe digestive upset, heart trouble, contact dermatitis. Very toxic. The smoke of burning oleander can cause reactions in the lungs, and can be fatal.
- Ongaonga
- (Urtica ferox). Even the lightest touch can result in a painful sting that lasts several days.
- Passiflora caerulea
- (P.caerulea) sap and rotten leaves cause death or heart-attacks.
- Passiflora foetida
- (P.foetida) bract have the poison to kill insects, while unripe fruit are poisonous and contains sodium that can kill people.
- Poison ivy
- (Toxicodendron radicans), Poison-oak (T. diversilobum), and Poison sumac (T. vernix). All parts of these plants contain a highly irritating oil with urushiol (actually not a poison, but an allergen). Skin reactions can include blisters and rashes. It spreads readily to clothes and back again, and has a very long life. Infections can follow scratching. As stated, this is an allergen, and the toxin will not affect certain people. The smoke of burning poison ivy can cause reactions in the lungs, and can be fatal.
- Pokeweed
- (Phytolacca sp.). Leaves, berries and roots contain phytolaccatoxin and phytolaccigenin. Toxin in young leaves is reduced with each boiling and draining.
- Privet
- (Ligustrum sp.). Berries and leaves are poisonous. Berries contain ligustrin and syringin, which cause digestive disturbances, nervous symptoms. Can be fatal.
- Redoul
- . (Coriaria myrtifolia). A mediterranean plant. The fruits are poisonous, often fatal in children.
- Rhus
- lancia | African sumac (Rhus lancia). Closely related to poison ivy, all parts of this tree contain low levels of a highly irritating oil with urushiol (actually not a poison, but an allergen). Skin reactions can include blisters and rashes. It spreads readily to clothes and back again, and has a very long life. Infections can follow scratching. As stated, this is an allergen, and the toxin will not affect certain people. The smoke of burning rhus lancia can cause reactions in the lungs, and can be fatal.
- Stinging Tree
- (Dendrocnide excelsa, Stinging tree) and similar species. The plant is capable of inflicting a painful sting when touched. The stinging may last for several days and is exacerbated by touching, rubbing, and cold. Can be fatal.
- Strychnine Tree
- (Strychnos nux-vomica). The seeds of the strychnine tree usually contain about 1.5% strychnine, an extremely bitter and deadly alkaloid. This substance throws a human into intense muscle convulsions and usually kills within three hours. The bark of the tree may also contain brucine, another dangerous chemical.
- Water hemlock
- (Cicuta sp.). The root, when freshly pulled out of the ground, is extremely poisonous and contains the toxin Cicutoxin. When dried, poison is reduced to roughly 3 to 5 percent of that when fresh.
- White Snakeroot
- (Ageratina altissima) All parts are poisonous, causing nausea and vomiting. Often fatal. Milk from cattle that have eaten white snakeroot can sicken, or kill, humans (milk sickness).
- Yellow Jessamine
- . All parts are poisonous, causing nausea and vomiting. Often fatal. It is possible to become ill from ingesting honey made from jessamine nectar.
- Yew
- (Taxus baccata). Nearly all parts of the Yew contain toxic taxanes, except the red fleshy aril surrounding the toxic seeds.[6][7]Yew seeds are especially toxic if chewed.[8]Several people have committed suicide by ingesting leaves and seeds.[9][10]
- Zantedeschia
- (Lily of the Nile or Calla lily) Zantedeschia is highly toxic and may be fatal if eaten.
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