Is the red spider lily poisonous? Can I touch it? Is the red spider lily a poisonous plant?

1. Is it poisonous?

The red spider lily is poisonous. The toxicity of this plant is mainly in its stems and leaves. The juice that flows out when the stems and leaves are broken contains alkaloids, which are slightly toxic. If you don't accidentally ingest them, you won't be poisoned, so you can touch it. If accidentally ingested, it will cause difficulty breathing and hoarseness, and medical attention is required immediately.

2. Can I keep it at home?

Red spider lily can be grown at home, but because it is poisonous, it is usually not kept at home, and its own meaning also makes people stay away from it. It should be noted that this flower does not emit any poison, but the juice in its stems and leaves is poisonous. If you don't eat it, you will basically not be poisoned. As for its meaning, it is usually due to some legends, which leads to it not having a very positive meaning, but it has no impact at all.

3. How to raise

1. Temperature: Red spider lily grows best in a warm environment with the temperature kept between 16-28℃. The plant grows relatively fast. Too cold or too hot will cause the plant to enter a dormant period, thereby slowing down its growth.

2. Light: Red spider lily prefers a semi-shady environment and does not have a strong demand for light. If the light is too strong, it can easily burn the plant. Generally, you should put it in a bright place so that it can receive sufficient diffuse light.

3. Watering: Red spider lily has good drought resistance, but during its growing period, sufficient water is more conducive to its growth and development, so keep the soil in the pot moist. During the dormant period, reduce watering or even stop watering.

4. Fertilization: When planting or repotting the red spider lily, you need to add an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer as base fertilizer. During the growth process, it is sufficient to add fertilizer every two months.