Poisonous Plants of Georgia
	The Herbarium of the University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia

	Common Name: Scientific Name: Sudangrass Sorghum spp. Moench
				Family: Poaceae
			Click on the photos to enlarge images and read a scientific description. This plant may be poisonous to both humans and animals. Please refer to the "Symptoms" section below for information regarding susceptiblity of animal species to poisoning.
		Description: Sorghum is a cereal grain commonly cultivated throughout the United States to produce brooms, syrup, animal feed, and hay. It is a member of the grass family. The leaves are attached to the stem and are smooth. The fruit is a grain. Toxic Part: The entire plant is considered toxic. Toxin: The toxin responsible for Sorghum toxicity is unknown. Symptoms: Symptoms associated with plant ingestion include a lack of coordination, urinary incontinence, and recumbency. In cases where female animals who consumed this grass were pregnant, the resulting offspring were weak, ataxic, and some displayed limb malformations. In many instances the offspring were stillborn. Affected animals include sheep, horses, and cattle. Treatment: There is no treatment. References: 18, 161, 169 This site is NOT a substitute for the advice of medical physician. Plant poisonings can, in certain cases, result in SERIOUS HARM AND EVEN DEATH. Please contact a physician or your local poison control center if you suspect any plant poisoning. A link to the Georgia Poison Control Center can be found on the "References and Links" page of this site.