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Liberty cap (Psilocybe semilanceata)
Liberty cap is poisonous to the central nervous system (CNS). Disorientation, dizziness and hallucinations occur rapidly after ingestion. Maximum of two ingested mushrooms does not require any treatment.
If ingested in greater amounts, seek medical assistance. Contact the Poison Information Center if someone has ingested Liberty cap. Save the mushroom for possible identification afterwards.
Licorice plant (Helichrysum petiolare)
The plant is non-toxic.
Lipstick plant (Aeschynanthus radicans)
The plant is non-toxic.
Loosestrifes (Lysimachia)
The plant is non-toxic.
Lungwort (Pulmonaria)
The plant is non-toxic.
Magnet
Swallowed magnet is considered harmless regarding to toxicity. However, it can cause bowel obstruction like other foreign bodies.
In case of ingestion, contact your primary healthcare center or other emergency unit for more information.
NB! If several magnets or magnet and another metal object are ingested, seek medical assistance without delay. Attraction may cause serious damage in the bowel.
Maidenhair fern (Adiantum)
The plant is non-toxic.
Makeup
Keywords: lipstick, mascara, powder, concealer, foundation cream, rouge, sun powder, eye shadow, eyeliner, eyebrow pencil
A single dose is considered harmless. Does not require treatment.
Marvel of Peru (Mirabilis jalapa)
The plant is toxic, but ingesting a small amount rarely causes symptoms.
Matches
A single dose of less than 20 ingested match end coatings is considered harmless. Does not require treatment.
Matchbox striking surfaces are considered harmless as a single dose. Does not require treatment.