
Solanum tuberosum
Solanum tuberosum / البطاطا
Description:
- Solanum tuberosum or potato is an annual herb cultivated for its tubers that has a high economical value as food and locally known as "Al-batatus البطاطا".
- Leaves, unripe tubers, sprouts of tubers and tubers that become green due to exposure to light are the toxic parts. Therefore, it is advisable to keep potato in a dark place and never eat potato that turned to green.
Signs of toxicity
- Intensive digestive disturbances, vomiting, salivation
- Headache, confusion, coma
- Increased heart rate
- Fever and dehydration
- Skin contact may cause contact urticaria and dermatitis.