Horse Chestnut
Horse Chestnut
plants
Scientific name
Aesculus hippocastanum
Alternate names
Common horsechestnut, Conker Tree, European horsechestnut
Toxicity to pets
The seeds and leaves of horse chestnut trees contain triterpenoid saponins. Ingestion by companion animals and livestock results in gastrointestinal signs of vomiting and diarrhea and neurological symptoms including staggered gait, tremor, collapse and seizure.
Disclaimer
The content of this page is not veterinary advice. A number of factors (amount of substance ingested, size of the animal, allergies, etc.) determine what is toxic to a particular pet. If you think your pet has eaten something potentially toxic, call Pet Poison Helpline or seek immediate veterinary treatment.
