This popular springtime flower can actually be toxic if ingested in large quantities and can be particularly harmful to cats, dogs and horses. The bulb of the tulip contains glycosides and alkaloids that can cause nausea, dizziness and abdominal pain. Severe poisoning can lead to convulsions and possibly death.
What is the effect of vinegar on plants? A: Vinegar is an acidic solution that removes the waxy coating on a plant's foliage, leaving it vulnerable to drying out. Low concentrations of vinegar burn only the foliage, leaving the roots alone to regenerate when possible. Stronger concentrations can burn the plant all the way to the roots. Continue Reading.
Overwatering causes damage to roots both by limiting their oxygen exposure and by weakening their tissue. Root rot is a common result of overwatering. It is characterized in Christmas cactus by mushy tissue, wilting and pink or reddish discolorations on the leaves. Another tell-tale sign of root rot is a musty or sour smell in the soil.