Poison ivy - oak - sumacFrom our partner site on skin cancer, SkinCancerConnection.com. advertisement Poison ivy, oak, or sumac poisoning is an allergic reaction from contact with the sap of plants such as poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac. Contact may be indirect, such as petting an animal that came in contact with the plant. The sap can also contaminate clothing, garden tools, and sports equipment such as fishing rods or golf clubs. Small amounts of sap can remain under a person's fingernails for several days unless it is deliberately removed by meticulous cleaning. The droplets of sap can even be found in the ashes of burned plants.Poisonous Ingredient: One poisonous ingredient is the chemical urushiol. Where Found:
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