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Caucasian Daphne: deadly poisonous

Daphne glomerata

☠ Deadly poisonous. Do not eat.What to do if poisoning is suspected

Caucasian Daphne is classed as deadly poisonous in the Forage field guide. This page helps you identify it and tell it apart from similar species. It is not a foraging guide. When in doubt, have a find identified by an expert.

If you suspect poisoning, call your local poison control center right away. If someone has trouble breathing, has a seizure or is unconscious, call emergency services. Don't wait for symptoms: with some poisonings they only start hours later. Keep any leftovers of the find, they help identify it.

Usually seen from January to December in the northern hemisphere. Found in Woodland, Scrub & hedgerows.

☠ Deadly poisonous
Caucasian Daphne (Daphne glomerata)

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When Caucasian Daphne appears

Typical window in the northern hemisphere. The southern hemisphere runs about six months offset.

Where it grows

Caucasian Daphne is usually found in Woodland, Scrub & hedgerows.

Look up Caucasian Daphne in the app

In the Forage app, Caucasian Daphne has a full field guide entry with more photos, key features and the species it can be confused with.

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Caucasian Daphne: common questions

Is Caucasian Daphne poisonous?

Yes. Caucasian Daphne is classed as deadly poisonous in the Forage field guide. Do not eat it. If you suspect poisoning, call your local poison control center right away, or emergency services if it is life-threatening.

When does Caucasian Daphne appear?

Caucasian Daphne usually appears from January to December in temperate northern regions. The exact timing shifts with latitude, elevation and each year's weather.

Where does Caucasian Daphne grow?

Caucasian Daphne is usually found in Woodland, Scrub & hedgerows.

One note before you head out

Forage helps you discover and identify wild plants, but identification is never 100% certain. Many edible plants have toxic lookalikes. Never eat anything you find based only on what this app tells you. Always confirm with a field guide, an experienced forager or a local expert. The season score tells you where to look, too: it’s not a guarantee. Mind conservation law and property rights as well.

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