Euphorbia Leuconeura and Birds

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  1. AJ003

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    I was just wondering if anyone knows if the Euphorbia Leuconeura is dangerous to Parrots. It says on the net that the variety of euphorbia called a pencil cactus is dangerous, but since their is so many types I didn't know. This specific breed of euphorbia drips sweet sap. but I can understand that the milky latex blood of the plant could be harmful..cheers
     
  2. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Most, if not all, Euphorbia species have poisonous latex (white sap). I would work on the assumption that it is NOT safe for parrots.
     
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    Thank you for the quick response, now one more for you guys....Now I know that the avocado fruit is extremely toxic to birds, but what about a tree that bears no fruit are the leafs and stem toxic?. I have a one and a half year old Avocado I sprouted from seed, and I don't think in this northern climate it will fruit..
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Not sure. Since parrots often 'chew' twigs, etc., to sharpen their bills, better to be safe than sorry and keep them apart (as much for the plant as the parrot!).
     

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