Scientific Name Gypsophila paniculata Common Name Baby's breath

SKIN IRRITATION MINOR, OR LASTING ONLY FOR A FEW MINUTES.

Characteristics Family Caryophyllaceae Plant Description Perennial , diffusely branched herb with opposite leaves; flowers many, small, white or pink, 5-parted, sometimes double-flowered. Origin Europe. Where Found Houseplant or interiorscape; florist arrangements, landscape in flower garden as cultivated herbaceous perennial. Mode Allergic asthma, dermatitis. Poisonous Part All parts when dried, flowers. Symptoms Eyes, nose, and sinus irritation and asthma after repeated handling. Skin irritation after contact. Toxic Principle Saponin? Severity SKIN IRRITATION MINOR, OR LASTING ONLY FOR A FEW MINUTES.

"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.