Scientific Name
Alstroemeria spp.
Common Name
Peruvian lily, lily of the Incas

SKIN IRRITATION SEVERE!

Characteristics

Family
Alstroemeriaceae (Liliaceae)
Plant Description
Herbaceous perennial with erect stems with alternate, strap-like leaves, narrowed at the base; flowers bilaterally symmetrical with 6 petal-like parts.
Origin
South America.
Where Found
Houseplant or interiorscape; cut flowers in florist arrangements; landscape, in flower garden as tender perennial.
Mode
Dermatitis, eye irritation.
Poisonous Part
All parts.
Symptoms
Skin irritation, with fissures, crusting, blisters, and itching upon contact with cell sap.
Toxic Principle
Glycosides (tuliposides).
Severity
SKIN IRRITATION SEVERE!

"Poisonous Plants of North Carolina," Dr. Alice B. Russell, Department of Horticultural Science; Dr. James W. Hardin, Botany; Dr. Larry Grand, Plant Pathology; and Dr. Angela Fraser, Family and Consumer Sciences; North Carolina State University. All Pictures Copyright @1997Alice B. Russell, James W. Hardin, Larry Grand. Computer programming, Miguel A. Buendia; graphics, Brad Capel.

Disclaimer: The list of poisonous plants on this web site does not necessarily include every poisonous plant that is known, or that might be found in an urban landscape or home. North Carolina State University does not advise eating any of the plants included in this web site. The information concerning edibility is taken from the literature, and the degree of reliability is unknown. We discourage the use of any of these plants for self medication. In cases of accidental exposure or ingestion, contact the Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222.

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