White Snakeroot
Additional Common Names: Richweed, White sanicle
Scientific Name: Ageratina altissima
Family: Asteraceae
Toxicity: Toxic to Horses
Toxic Principles: Trematol
Clinical Signs: All species - Weakness, stiffness, tremors, collapse; Horses - heart damage, swallowing difficulty; Goats - liver failure and dermatitis
If you suspect your pet may have ingested a potentially toxic substance, call the ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 or contact your local veterinarian as soon as possible.*
* A consultation fee may apply.
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