• Severe mouth and throat irritation
• Swelling of the lips or tongue
• Difficulty swallowing or breathing
• If it irritates your skin, imagine what it can do inside your body.

2. You Don’t Know the Exact Species

This is where most accidents happen.

Many edible and poisonous roots look almost identical. A small difference in shape, color, or internal texture can mean the difference between food and poison. If you cannot identify the plant with absolute certainty, do not eat it.

Traditional knowledge often includes: