Suspected bog asphodel (Narthecium ossifragum) toxicity in cattle in North Wales

Bog asphodel toxicity

“…However, this is not the only possible consequence of the ingestion of bog asphodel. I previously reported a case where two adult cattle died as a result of grazing pasture containing bog asphodel, 1 with similar reports occurring elsewhere. 2,3 Some farmers are returning drained/improved land to more historic and biodiverse habitats, as is encouraged under some environmental schemes.…”

“…However, this is not the only possible consequence of the ingestion of bog asphodel. I previously reported a case where two adult cattle died as a result of grazing pasture containing bog asphodel, 1 with similar reports occurring elsewhere 2,3 …”