Bupleurum

Bupleurum can be toxic in high doses or from certain wild species containing neurotoxic polyacetylenes, though common ornamental and medicinal varieties are generally considered safe or non-toxic to pets.

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Bupleurum is a large genus of annual or perennial herbs or woody shrubs, with about 190 species, belonging to the family Apiaceae.

Neurotoxicity: Certain wild species (like Bupleurum longiradiatum) contain high levels of polyacetylenes such as bupleurotoxin. These compounds act as powerful central nervous system stimulants and can cause epileptic seizures.