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Jack-in-the-pulpit poisoning - Overview

Alternative Names

Arisaema triphyllum poisoning; Bog onion poisoning; Brown dragon poisoning; Indian turnip poisoning; Wake robin poisoning; Wild turnip poisoning

Definition of Jack-in-the-pulpit poisoning:

A Jack-in-the-pulpit is a plant belonging to the species Arisaema triphyllum. This article describes poisoning caused by eating parts of this plant. The roots are the most dangerous part of the plant.

Poisonous Ingredient:

  • Calcium oxalate

Where Found:

Jack-in-the-pulpit plants are found in North America in wetlands and moist, wooded areas.

  • Reviewed last on: 5/20/2008
  • Stephen C Acosta, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, Portland VA Medical Center, Portland, OR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.