Heteromeles arbutifolia

Scientific Name: 
Heteromeles arbutifolia

Common Name: 
Toyon

Thorns/Spines?

How is this plant unsafe?

How do you plant safely?

No

• Unripe berries are poisonous because they contain cyanogenic glycosides which can convert to poisonous cyanide if eaten.

• Ripe berries should have reduced amounts of toxins in them but it is safer to avoid eating the berries altogether.

• Supervise pets and children playing near this plant.