Nicotiana glauca

Nicotiana glauca is toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The reported severity is critical. Also known as Tree Tobacco.

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Mild Moderate Severe Critical

This plant is known to be potentially deadly!

If you're comfortable with the risk, ensure this plant is out of reach of your animal.
If you suspect your animal has ingested portions of this plant, immediately consult your veterinarian.
If your animal is experiencing any of the associated symptoms, immediately contact your veterinarian's emergency number for further instructions.

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.

Symptoms to watch for

Hyperexcitability Depression Vomiting Incoordination Paralysis Death Drooling Colic Diarrhea Difficulty Breathing Tremors

The color of each symptom follows the severity scale above.

About

Nicotiana glauca is a species of flowering plant in the tobacco genus Nicotiana of the nightshade family Solanaceae. It is known by the common name tree tobacco. Its leaves are attached to the stalk by petioles, and its leaves and stems are neither pubescent nor sticky like Nicotiana tabacum. It resembles Cestrum parqui but differs in the form of leaves and fusion of the outer floral parts. It grows to heights of more than two meters.