Health

10.08.2025

Urgent Warnings Issued for Toxic Plant Datura

Authorities have issued urgent warnings about the dangers of this toxic plant to humans and animals, intensifying field campaigns to combat it, according to the news site ‘Shafaq News.’ It was highlighted that its danger increases the risk of accidental or unlawful use. Local authorities urged people to avoid touching or uprooting the plant without protective measures, warning that toxins could be absorbed through the skin or transferred to the eyes and mouth. They confirmed ongoing efforts to monitor and remove the plant from affected areas, aiming to protect residents and the environment from this growing threat. The ‘Datura’ plant is noted for its broad leaves and trumpet-shaped white or purple flowers, but it poses a significant risk, as its toxins can cause symptoms like dry mouth, dilated pupils, hallucinations, and in severe cases, respiratory failure if not treated immediately.