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Alternative names
Christmas cherry; Ornamental pepper; Tom thumb; Winter cherryDefinition Return to top
Poisoning caused by consumption of plant material from the Jerusalem cherry.Poisonous Ingredient Return to top
Where Found Return to top
Symptoms Return to top
Home Treatment Return to top
Call the Poison Control center for guidance. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed.Before Calling Emergency Return to top
Determine the following information:Poison Control, or a local emergency number Return to top
They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the person to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Bring the plant with you to the emergency room.What to expect at the emergency room Return to top
Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:Expectations (prognosis) Return to top
Death has been reported but is rare.
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