Symptoms may begin sooner and be more severe if you breathe cyanide:
- Itchy or burning eyes
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headache or a seizure
- Rapid breathing, restlessness, or confusion
- Weakness, dizziness, or you faint
- Very fast or very slow heartbeat
If you ingest enough, and or, breath in enough, you will more than likely die unless you receive immediate attention.
The apple is the pomaceous fruit of the apple tree, species Malus domestica in the rose family (Rosaceae). It is one of the most widely cultivated tree fruits, and the most widely known of the many members of genus Malus that are used by humans. Apples grow on small,deciduous trees. The tree originated in Central Asia, where its wild ancestor, Malus sieversii, is still found today. Apples have been grown for thousands of years in Asia and Europe, and were brought to North America by European colonists. Apples have been present in the mythology and religions of many cultures, including Norse, Greek and Christian traditions. In 2010, the fruit's genome was decoded as part of research on disease control and selective breeding in apple production.
There are more than 7,500 known cultivars of apples, resulting in a range of desired characteristics. Different cultivars are bred for various tastes and uses, including cooking, fresh eating and cider production. Domestic apples are generally propagated by grafting, although wild apples grow readily from seed. Trees are prone to a number of fungal, bacterial and pest problems, which can be controlled by a number of organic and non-organic means.
About 69 million tons of apples were grown worldwide in 2010, and China produced almost half of this total. The United States is the second-leading producer, with more than 6% of world production. Turkey is third, followed by Italy, India and Poland. Apples are often eaten raw, but can also be found in many prepared foods (especially desserts) and drinks. Many beneficial health effects are thought to result from eating apples; however, two forms of allergies are seen to various proteins found in the fruit.
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Common name---apple
Species name---Malus Domestica
Genus name---Malus
Family name---Roseaceae
Symptoms---Slight irritant to possible death.
Treatments---Specific kits exist to treat cyanide poisoning; however, you would have to have imitate help to avoid death if the dose is large enough.
How to identify the plant---This is not too needed for the apple. See picture above. The apple comes in all sizes, is round, and can vary in color.
Toxic parts---seeds
Location of plant---all around the world. Has longest history in Asia.
Interesting facts---the apple is seen in many mythological stories and biblical stories. It is the symbol of fertility and temptation. Alexander the Great found the Dwarf apple (smaller apple)
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