The Poisoned Weed Plants Toxic to Skin

Over-two thirds of the U.S. population is allergic to poison oak, poison ivy, or a related plant. These and many other common plants in our homes, fields, and gardens are irritants that cause misery to many. But surprisingly, there has never been a general guide to help raise awareness ofthem--and to help avoid them. This new book reviews the history, occurrence, classification, toxicity, and health aspects of all the major allergenic and irritant species.

With a Ph.D. in chemistry and plant biology from Caltech and eight years in the chemical industry, Donald Crosby has taught and conducted research on toxic plants, their products, and other toxic substances for over 40 years at the University of California at Davis. He founded the UC Davis' Environmental Toxicology Department and the American Chemical Society's Division of Pesticide Chemistry, and has written or co-authored more than 230 papers and books. Now emeritus, he continues to teach about the environment and toxic plants