313. Nibbling a Rhubarb Leaf

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of nibbling a
rhubarb leaf.

Dr. Don - not risky
Professor Ben - not risky


Randal Oulton on Twitter: “Around this time each spring it’s
a thing now for a few voices to chirp up saying rhubarb leaves
are okay to eat (screen capped here for instance a UC extension
service master gardener, Kate Russell.) Have you ever weighed in
on this @benjaminchapman @bugcounter ? https://t.co/CAgt4oUY34” /
Twitter

Neighbourhood: The Beaches | Destination Toronto

Ingestion of rhubarb leaves as cause of oxalic acid
poisoning.

The chemistry of edible rhubarb - Blundstone - 1964 - Journal
of the Science of Food and Agriculture - Wiley Online Library

8 Foods High in Oxalates and Why You Should Avoid It

Are Rhubarb Leaves Toxic? | OSU Extension Service

“Death From Rhubarb Leaves Due to Oxalic Acid Poisoning” |
Jama | JamaNetwork

Evaluation of Oxalate Concentration in the U.S. Spinach
Germplasm Collection in: HortScience Volume 43 Issue 6 (2008)

An ode to rhubarb: Which grows plentifully in Washington and
is a great crop for lazy gardeners  | The Seattle Times



Don’s bonus links


All About Tropical Tubers - How to Buy, Store, and Use Taro
Root

Calcium oxalate - Wikipedia