ALSO KNOWN AS:
White Point Loco, Woolly Loco, Spotted Loco, and Garboncillo.

As we obtain more specific information, we will list each plant separately with accompanying pictures and information. If you have pictures or information about about any of the plants listed above, please let us know as we would like to add it to the list.

DESCRIPTION:
Hedera helix is an evergreen climbing plant, growing to 20–30 m (66–98 ft) high where suitable surfaces (trees, cliffs, walls) are available, and also growing as groundcover where no vertical surfaces occur. It climbs by means of aerial rootlets with matted pads which cling strongly to the substrate. The ability to climb on surfaces varies with the plants variety and other factors: Hedera helix prefers non-reflective, darker and rough surfaces with near-neutral pH. It generally thrives in a wide range of soil pH with 6.5 being ideal, prefers moist, shady locations and avoids exposure to direct sunlight, the latter promoting drying out in winter.^Wikipedia

DANGEROUS PARTS OF PLANT:
The foliage is more toxic than the berries.

SIGNS:
Gastrointestinal distress, vomiting.

TOXICITY RATING:
Low. Contains the toxic principle hederagenin (a steroid saponic glycoside), triterpenoid saponins, and falcardinol and didehydrofalcarinol.

ANIMALS AFFECTED:
While English Ivy is widely listed as a plant poisonous to goats, there has been a recent surge of using goats to control English Ivy (see article). It is considered that English Ivy, when eaten in conjunction with other plants, may increase the level of toxicity in goats. Goats used for milk or meat purposes should not be allowed access to English Ivy. We recently received email from a lady that allows her goats to browse on English Ivy with no notieceable or immediate side effects.

CLASS OF SIGNS:
Gastrointestinal upset, diarrhea, hyperactivity, breathing difficulty, coma, fever, polydipsia, dilated pupils, muscular weakness, and incoordination.

FIRST AID:

SAFETY IN PREPARED FEEDS:
These plants are not likely to be incorporated into hay or other feeds, but if so, the toxins are likely to remain.

PREVENTION:
Animals should not be allowed to consume these plants. Offer small amounts of fresh grass or other safe plant material (depending on the species), or remove the plant from the pet's environment. Some pets do not "learn their lesson" and may return to chew on these plants. In these situations, it is best to remove the plant from the pet's environment.

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