Antinutrient & Toxicity

Antinutrient and Toxicity ID 45
Crop ID Taro (Cocoyam)
Part Leaf
Reported Factor Oxalate
Effect The presence of oxalate causes sharp irritation and burning sensation in the mouth and throat when tubers or leaves are eaten.
Cause Toxicity
Cause Allergic Reaction
Reduction Method Boiling
Notes NULL
Metadata Id 8,556