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Saturday - June 04, 2011
From: Midland, TX
Region: Southwest
Topic: Poisonous Plants
Title: Is Chilopsis linearis poisonous to dogs in Midland, TX?
Answered by: Jimmy Mills
QUESTION:
Is any variety of Chilopsis linearis (particularly bubba bubba) poisonous to animals? I'm thinking about using it as a source of shade for multiple dog kennels in west Texas.ANSWER:
Whenever Mr. Smarty Plants gets questions about toxic plants, he checks out these databases to look for answers.
The Merck Veterinary Manual
ASPCA
University of Arkansas
University of Illinois (common names only)
Web site about Dobermans
Toxic Plants of Texas
Poisonous Plants of North Carolina
Cornell University Plants Poisonous to Livestock
University of Pennsylvania Poisonous Plants
Canadian Poisonous Plants Information System
FInding the plant listed is a good indication of toxicity. However, not finding the plant listed doesn't guarantee that it is non-toxic, but it increases the probability that it is. It is a good idea to check with your veterinarian.
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