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Is Jerusalem Cherry Toxic To Dogs?

Poisonous Plants To Dogs

Yes, Jerusalem Cherry is toxic to dogs!

Dogs accidentally consuming the Jerusalem Cherry plants can show the following clinical symptoms: Vomiting, Prolonged Depression, Incoordination, Hypersalivaton, Sleepiness Or Excitation, Dilated Pupils, Low Body Temperature, Low Blood Pressure, Coma, Seizure And Death (In Rare Cases).

Jerusalem Cherry consumption is also toxic to Cats and Horses.

Toxic Principles Of Jerusalem Cherry: Solanine.

More Info About The Jerusalem Cherry Plant

Scientific Name: Solanum pseudocapsicum

Family: Solanaceae.

Also known as: Natal cherry, Winter cherry.

The answer is based on information found on The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) website.