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No, poison oak [Toxicodendron diversilobum, T. pubescens] isn't poisonous. Instead, it's an irritant that causes an allergic reaction in susceptible humans. The reason lies in the presence of urushiol oil in all parts of the poison oak plant. It's the oil to which humans are allergic, and by which wildlife remains unaffected.
But the allergic reaction may turn fatal if the inside or the outside of the face and throat are affected. Specifically, airborn urushiol oil particles from the burning of poison oak may get on or inside the upper body. The respiratory system may be affected in a way that keeps the individual from breathing, properly or at all.
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Why is poison oak poisonous?
no cause it is dead
What are the most poisonous flowers in America?
Poison ivy and poison oak.
What is the rhyme about poison ivy and oak?
For Poison Ivy- " Leaves of three, let it be"Poison Oak- "Berries white, a poisonous sightPoison sumac- I don't know of any
Is pine tar poisonous?
No. It actually helps sooth the rash of poison ivy, oak, and poison sumac.
What is poison ivy and oak?
Poison Ivy and Oak can be caused by a poisonous plant which can lead to a really bad skin rash. You can use a type of a special cream to cure it.
Does poison oak have thorns?
No, the fruit of poison oak [Toxicodendron diversilobum] isn't poisonous. But it tends to be irritating. In fact, all parts of the plant tend to be irritants. And yet there are some people who never have the typically unpleasant human reaction to the urushiol in poison oak!
Are California poppies poisonous to cats?
California poppies are poisonous to cats. Additional plants poisonous to cats include rhubarb, poison oak, foxtail, and the fruit salad plant.
What is the scientific name or taxonomic classification of the poisonous plant Poison oak?
The scientific or taxonomic name would be Toxicodendron pubescens.
How much leaves does poison oak have?
poison oak has five leaves....i think
What are two plants that's flowers are very poisonous to eat?
The flower of the poison oak and ivy are very poisonous. But just to be sure its really true, go to google or your library. :0)
Does poison oak grow from a nut?
No. Poison Oak is a different species than oak trees. Poison Oak is a shrub with leaves that look similar to an oak trees.
Are cashew shells poisonous?
If you are allergic, then most certainly yes. The shell of the cashew contains urushiol which is the same chemical that makes the Japanese black lacquer tree, poison oak, poison ivy, and poison sumac so virulent.
