DiscoverPlaces to seeNatural MonumentsGermanyNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Cologne District
Bergisches LandOberbergischer KreisReichshofJuniper shrubs in Naturpark Bergisches Land
DiscoverPlaces to seeNatural MonumentsGermanyNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Cologne District
Bergisches LandOberbergischer KreisReichshofJuniper shrubs in Naturpark Bergisches Land
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Juniper shrubs in Naturpark Bergisches Land
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PeterH65 (a.k.a. "Waldorf")
August 25, 2023
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"... The essential oils contained in the berries and needles of the common juniper can lead to irritation when they come into contact with the skin and are eaten. In contrast to the other juniper plants, only the berry (Fructus Juniperi) is poisonous in the Juniperus communis. It is ripe in the second year An overdose of juniper tar oil leads to kidney pain, kidney failure, skin irritation and liver damage. In addition, cardiac activity and breathing increase; cramps can occur less frequently. Externally, the skin reddens and blisters form. The maximum dosage is for adults at 2 g..."
"... The essential oils contained in the berries and needles of the common juniper can lead to irritation when they come into contact with the skin and are eaten. In contrast to the other juniper plants, only the berry (Fructus Juniperi) is poisonous in the Juniperus communis. It is ripe in the second year An overdose of juniper tar oil leads to kidney pain, kidney failure, skin irritation and liver damage. In addition, cardiac activity and breathing increase; cramps can occur less frequently. Externally, the skin reddens and blisters form. The maximum dosage is for adults at 2 g..."
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