Sorghum halepense is toxic to horses. The reported severity is severe. Also known as Johnson Grass and Columbus Grass.
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.
Drooling Weakness Cardiovascular Collapse Difficulty Breathing Oral Irritation
The color of each symptom follows the severity scale above.
Johnson grass or Johnsongrass, Sorghum halepense, is a plant in the grass family, Poaceae, native to Asia and northern Africa. The plant has been introduced to all continents except Antarctica, and most larger islands and archipelagos. It reproduces by rhizomes and seeds.
Also recorded as Aleppo Grass, Arabian-millet, Cuba-grass, Egyptian Millet, Evergreen Millet and Grass Sorghum.
More from the Poaceae family:
Countries with the most wild observations, from GBIF data.