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Are myrtle berries toxic?

essex, England

hello everyone, would anyone know if the berries or any other part of a myrtle is toxic? i have one which i have planted near my daughters play area but cant find any reference to if it is toxic - particually as it does have berries?


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From my reading you can virtually eat the whole plant!! Berries and leaves are used in cookery. Have a look at this website!
http://www.theworldwidegourmet.com/herbs/divers/myrtle.htm

27 Oct, 2007

 

thanks maple, appreicate that, i will check that out, glad to know that my little monster wont be able to harm herself in anyway regards angie.

27 Oct, 2007

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