Sweet Pea
Sweet Pea
plants
Scientific name
Lathyrus odoratus
Alternate names
Annual Sweet Pea, Vetchlings
Toxicity to pets
Sweet Pea contains toxic plant compounds throughout the plant structure including the “peas” or seeds. Ingestion of large amounts of Sweet Pea result in loss of appetite, lethargy, and neuromuscular signs (e.g., lameness, stumbling, circling, seizure). Grazing livestock and free-ranging poultry are at higher risk for poisoning by Sweet Pea than pet animals.
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.
