Popular, but also dangerous: When is cherry laurel poisonous?. Cherry laurel will be banned in Switzerland from September 1, 2024 - will that soon also be the case in Germany? If you have the slightest suspicion of poisoning, you should seek medical treatment immediately.

Signs of poisoning from cherry Laurel seeds and leaves can include: stomach pain nausea nausea excitement Red face increased breathing Scratchy throat Headache Apnea cardiac arrest Cherry Laurel can also be dangerous for animals: “The tree has no place in horse paddocks or sheep and cow pastures”