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Informational messages for the Central Coast of California
Information for San Luis Obsipo County
Informational messages for Central Coast Parks
   
     
   
   
Plants - Poisinous
 
Autumn & Winter Colors
Common Name Poison Oak
  Toxicodendron. diversiloba
     
Rash caused by a chemical called urushiol. Present in leaves, branches, and roots. On contact, the oil is absorbed into the skin. The rash is the result of your body's immune system fighting against this invader.
If an animal you com ein contact with gets in Poison Oak you can get it from petting the dog. You can also get it from clothing that touches Poison Oak.
Links Wayne's Word
American Academy of Dermatologists
   
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