Poisonous plants: a field guide By Ralph M. Dowling and Ross A. McKenzie ISBN 0724239820, published in 1993 by the Department of Primary Industries Queensland Information Series QI92035, 164 pages, colour and B&W, soft cover Out of print

Describes and illustrates the major poisonous plants affecting cattle, sheep, goats, horses and pigs in Queensland and adjoining areas. Information on plant distribution and habitat is accompanied by a distribution map. In addition to the description of each plant, information is given on:

• the toxins
• the animals affected
• conditions under which poisoning is likely to occur
• clinical signs of poisoning
• post-mortem changes
• management (including control of plants, how to prevent poisoning and any treatments available for poisoned stock).

The book is an essential reference for farmers, graziers, horse owners, agricultural advisors, veterinarians, students and everyone else involved in the care of livestock.

About the authors

Ralph Dowling is with the Queensland Herbarium, Department of Environment and Heritage, Queensland and Ross McKenzie the Division of Animal Health, Animal Research Institute, Department of Primary Industries, Queensland.

Table of contents

• Foreword
• Preface
• Photography credits
• Plants affecting different livestock
• Important notices
• Introduction
• How to use this book
• Guide to identification
• Major kinds of plant poisoning
• Main groups of poisonous plants: Ferns, Grasses, Herbs, Vines, Shrubs, Trees
• Appendix: How to present plant specimens for identification
• Glossary
• Index