Patient's question:
A one-and-a-half-year-old baby accidentally ingested the cylindrical structure in the middle of the "petals" of a white orchid, which is the inflorescence stalk. Is this toxic?Doctor's answer:
In clinical medicine, I haven't heard that this white palm plant is toxic. The white palm, also known as the peace lily, is a herbaceous flowering plant. It is unlikely that children would ingest a large amount of it. The roots and leaves of the white palm are toxic, while the flowers have mild toxicity. Children are relatively small and can tolerate lower doses of toxicity. It is best to go to the hospital. Possible symptoms may include hoarseness and difficulty swallowing. This should be treated promptly. You are very helpful, and I wish you good health!