Allium ampeloprasum is toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The reported severity is critical. Also known as Wild Leek Complex, Wild Leek and Broadleaf Wild Leek.
If your animal ate this plant, call your veterinarian, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control on (888) 426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline on (855) 764-7661. Fees may apply.
Vomiting Anemia Weakness High Heart Rate Panting Blood In Urine Weak Pulse Incoordination Cardiovascular Collapse Difficulty Breathing
The color of each symptom follows the severity scale above.
Allium ampeloprasum is a member of the onion genus Allium. The wild plant is commonly known as wild leek or broadleaf wild leek. Its native range includes southern Europe, southwestern Asia and North Africa, but it has been cultivated and naturalized in many other countries.
Also recorded as Great-headed Garlic, Leek, Levant Garlic and garden leek.
More from the Amaryllidaceae family:
Countries with the most wild observations, from GBIF data.