Laburnum
Scientific names: Laburnum anagyroides, Cytisus laburnum
Family: Fabaceae/Leguminosae
Alternate names: Aubour, Bean Trifoil, Common Laburnum, Cytise, Cytise Aubour, Cytise Commun, Cytise Faux Ébénier, Golden Chain, Golden Chaintree, Indian Laburnum, Laburno, Legume, Pea Tree, Peatree
Background
Laburnum is a small tree that grows in areas of Europe. The seed is used to make medicine.
People take laburnum to cause vomiting and for constipation, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. Laburnum is also unsafe when taken by mouth. All parts of the plant are poisonous.
Be careful not to confuse laburnum and labdanum. They are different plants.
People take laburnum to cause vomiting and for constipation, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. Laburnum is also unsafe when taken by mouth. All parts of the plant are poisonous.
Be careful not to confuse laburnum and labdanum. They are different plants.
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: Laburnum is UNSAFE. All parts, including the seeds and berries, are poisonous. Eating as few as 15-20 seeds or 3-4 unripe berries can kill an adult. If you accidentally take laburnum, get medical attention right away.
Symptoms of laburnum poisoning include nausea; dizziness; salivation; mouth, throat, and stomach pain; sweating; headache; vomiting; diarrhea; spasms; paralysis; decreased breathing; coma; and death.
Symptoms of laburnum poisoning include nausea; dizziness; salivation; mouth, throat, and stomach pain; sweating; headache; vomiting; diarrhea; spasms; paralysis; decreased breathing; coma; and death.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Laburnum is UNSAFE and can cause death. Don't take it.Effectiveness
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Insufficient evidence Effectiveness definitions
- Causing vomiting.
- Constipation.
- Other conditions.
Dosing & administration
The appropriate dose of laburnum depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for laburnum. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
Interactions with pharmaceuticals
It is not known if Laburnum interacts with any medicines. Before taking Laburnum, talk with your healthcare professional if you take any medications.
Interactions with herbs & supplements
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
Interactions with foods
There are no known interactions with foods.
Action
Laburnum affects how parts of the nervous system work.
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