Wheel Lucky Bamboo can cause irritation or illness if chewed or swallowed. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children.
Irritant: Saponins
Severity: mild
Symptoms: Toxic, if ingested, for cats and dogs. Vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, dilated pupils (cats). Humans should not eat this plant. The sap can cause skin irritation.
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The wheel shape is carefully braided over months. Never try to untangle or re-braid it, as the stems become rigid over time.