Known As: Loco Weed, Locoweed, Various vetches and milk vetches
Latin Name: Astragalus, Fabaceae or Legume
family
Description: Common name for several speciaes of plants.
Poisonous Parts: Entire plant. Plant may absorb
toxic levels of selenium.
Symptoms: Hallucogenic. Produces varied toxic effects.
Causes vomiting, abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea. Can
be fatal.
Treatment: Unless your cat is unconscious or having convulsions,
induce vomiting and follow procedures to delay
absorption and speed elimination. Get prompt veterinary assistance.