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Christmas Cactus
Scientific name
Zygocactus truncates
Common name
Christmas cactus
Type
House plant
Toxicity: non-toxic
These plants are not poisonous or there is no known record of toxicity.
Toxic parts
None
Description
- Flat green leaves with with sharp, thorny points
- Tubular flowers can be yellow, salmon, pink, fuchsia or white or combinations of those colors
24-hour Poison Control Center hotline: 1-800-222-1222
Disclaimer
The list of poisonous plants on this website does not necessarily include every poisonous plant that is known or that might be found in a home or yard. The University of Kansas Health System does not advise eating any of the plants listed on this website. We discourage the use of any of these plants for self medication. The information on this site is taken from literature, and the degree of reliability is unknown. In case of accidental exposure or ingestion, contact the Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222.