Boophone disticha aka Bushman's Poison Bulb

Taxonomy ID: 3019

Genus Boophone Family Amaryllidaceae Order Asparagales Class Liliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta

Common names

Bushman's Poison Bulb, Common Oxbane, Century Plant, Boophone, Ox Killer

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Is Bushman's Poison Bulb toxic to humans/pets?

No verified data on the toxicity of this plant exists within Ploi's records. Should you, someone in your family, or your pet ingest plant material with an unknown toxicity level, it is recommended to seek medical advice.

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