The Hidden Danger in Your Home? Unmasking the Toxicity of the Sweet flag Plant.

Sweet flag is a slightly poisonous plant, possessing trace amounts of alkylbenzenes, a cancer-causing agent that could potentially lead to certain cancers if consumed in significant quantities. The danger is very minimal due to the small concentration, but the plant also has other harmful compounds in its foliage, stalk, and bloom. These substances can irritate delicate skin, often resulting in a rash, redness, and swelling. Consuming the plant can lead to more serious symptoms such as sickness, throwing up, and stomach discomfort. The toxins can also act as a sedative on the brain and spinal cord if a substantial quantity of the plant is eaten. People on monoamine oxidase inhibitors face the highest risk of severe adverse reactions.