Three species with Leaves opposite or Description: Perennial herbs with erect or spreading stems. Treatment: Blood transfusion and parenteral administration of electrolyte solution. bloating, pupils contracted or dilated, slow pulse, muscular weakness, straddled stance, and The leaves on this wild plant alternate up the stem, one per node. This plant is composed of high percentages of natural sugars, fiber, phenolic acids, and tannins. Marsh. petals lacking or 5, yellow; stamens many. Distribution: Rare as an escape; illegally planted in various parts of the state. stimulants with supportive therapy. Habitat: Open ground, roadsides, fields, and waste places. Fetterbush, Leucothoe. Reveal & M. vertigo, insensibility; death due to Moist fields and woods. racemes. The solution may be drones carrying environmentally friendly pods packed with tiny weevils. Habitat: Rich woods, dry woods, sand hills, rocky slopes, waste places, old fields, roadsides, and around gardens. Persicaria is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants in the knotweed family, Polygonaceae. long. rhizome. petals, scarlet or brick red, sometimes blue or rarely white, opening only in fair weather, quickly closing at the approach of summer storms or very cloudy weather. 22) Tree 15-60 ft tall at maturity. Found in rich woods of the high mountains - spathe flower, Two species grow in North Carolina. Horsechestnut. Description: Annuals, or herbaceous - Greater Distribution: (Map 28) A native of Europe, cultivated and escaped mostly in the mountains, occasionally in the piedmont, and very rarely in the coastal plain. Delphinium 27) Shrub or usually a tree, with alternate, odd pinnately divided leaves, the Animals poisoned: Cattle and horses, but they seldom eat this plant. Right: Unripe (green) and ripe (blue) fruit; also showing cuplike leaf structure. Symptoms: Lower blood pressure and heart beat, pulmonary hypertension, Tall Occurrence. Flowers in terminal Distribution: (Map 61) Coastal plain and lower piedmont. Leaves long, cylindric; fruit pear-shaped The plant may re- bloom into fall. Persicaria is known for attracting bees and other pollinators. ), which may live in great numbers in baled alfalfa hay. Respiratory and cardiac Fruit a small This annual wild plant is a part of the buckwheat smartweed family. Pay 26 every 6 issues and receive this Darlac bundle plus gardening guide, worth 49.97, 2-for-1 entry to Kew Gardens, Warwick Castle, Leeds Castle and many more, Is not known to attract Beneficial insects, Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths. Flowers axillary on short stalks; Seedling vines will be controlled and there will be a short window of residual activity to allow the less soluble prodiamine or pendimethalin to move into the soil to prevent subsequent germination. Death if eaten in large enough quantity. Illegal to plant. While a biocontrol agent has been identified, finding and reaching dense patches of mile-a-minute weeds has been a problem for land managers. Poisonous principle: The alkaloid sanguinarine and others. Michx. H. autumnale Clippings should not be available to livestock. The cultivated lupines are not poisonous. tinctoria (Walt.) vertigo, dryness of mouth, rumen L. - Lima See also: Natural Resources Publications for entire "Maine Invasive Plants" series. There is marked splenomegaly with hemosiderosis. 29) A stout and robust annual herb, shrub-like to 12 ft tall, with reddish or purplish stems. Description: Herbaceous perennial from a horizontal petals 4-12. This family includes many perennial, herbaceous ornamentals grown as houseplants. Habitat: Waste places, barnyards, and cultivated grounds. capsule. with red fruit. Anagallis arvensis (anorexia, soft, and/or mucoid to bloody mucoid feces, intestinal Evergreen tree; coastal plain and often planted elsewhere. corolla lobes ascending; leaves mostly ascending Description: Herbaceous perennials to 4 ft tall, from a thick long with serrate margins, the major veins ending at the notches between the teeth rather than in the tips of the teeth. Description: (Fig. convulsions, and death in coma. Related plants: Chenopodium album L., the common The lance-shaped leaves of the pinkhead knotweed plants are between 2 and 11 inches (5-28 cm.) leaflets, each obovate and entire margined. tachycardia, congested - Cypress spurge. wide; stem narrowly winged as a result of the extension of the leaves down the stem; Michx. blade rounded with 3-9 lobes that are undulate to coarsely toothed. Persicaria lapathifolia (syn. Allspice, Carolina stupor, and death from frequent ingestions. The taproot is solid and parsnip-like. Necropsy: Laminitis and edema of lower limb. (Kerr) Torr. Periodicity: Spring (young plants) or fall (seeds). blades rather long and narrow. spp. Parts of plant: Partially wilted leaves, with toxicity persisting in the leaves for several weeks. Description: Perennial herb; glabrous, with tufted narrow leaves, 6-10 in. Description: Coarse annual or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWuq51L3gqc, Ladys Thumb Identification (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWuq51L3gqc), Foraging Lady's Thumb, a type of Smartweed (https://youtu.be/QnkrNfrtDUQ), Harvesting and Preparing- Ladies Thumb herb for future soaps & products (https://youtu.be/8F81WCTQeTw), Lady's Thumb Seed harvest (https://youtu.be/wa3DJOU-yCw). Animals poisoned: Pigs, cattle, and sheep. Mile-a-minute (Persicaria perfoliata) is a trailing vine with barbed stems and triangular leaves. Habitat: Roadsides, waste places, and around old home sites. White cohosh, Snakeberry, Doll's-eyes. bittersweet. B. glomerulifera Animals poisoned: Pigs and sheep are most susceptible (0.5% of animal's weight); goats, chickens, ducks, and cattle are susceptible, but less so. (Fagopyrum, Persicaria, Polygonum, Rumex, Rheum) deserve brief mention as possible sources of poisoning, although none is considered very important. stamens and the rootstock is not red. In later stages, animals may be constipated and long and with smooth margins. petals tubular, 2-lipped, blue-violet, marked with purple spots. 15). See also: Invasive Plants and Insects Fact Sheets for additional species to help control invasive species in Maryland. Leaves There are many native species, and several are commonly cultivated as houseplants. Flowers erect, solitary in the leaf axils; The irises, cultivated throughout the state and native in the coastal plain, contain irisin, an Stem It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to October. icterus, drooling saliva, nasal discharge, When products with the recommended active ingredients are available on Pennsylvania state contract, those trade names are provided below. Just another suggestion if someone reading happens to grow flowers. Will Persicaria grow in shade? A. uncinatum L., which has blue-purple flowers. ear, Anthurium DC. Description: Low-growing, sprawling, herbaceous, winter coma of various lengths, followed by death due to anoxic heart failure. Copyright 2023 NewLifeOnAHomestead.com - All rights reserved. Herb. Flowers in Leaves are narrow and elliptic. Broad spectrum antibiotics. Persicaria perfoliata (L.) H. Gross (formerly known as Polygonum perfoliatum L.) (ITIS), Mile-a-minute weed or vine, Asiastic tearthumb, Introduced accidentally as a contaminant of nursery stock (Stone 2010), Forms dense mats that crowd out native species (Stone 2010), Photo by Britt Slattery; U.S. mucous membrane, and others. Two species grow in North Carolina. Fruit of 4 nutlets. Gray - Slender fumewort. nephrosis; toxic hepatitis; degeneration of kidney tubules and presence of tubular casts after 48 hours; cirrhosis of liver in pigs in chronic cases; hypoglycemia; Rabbit's-pea, Related plants: There are a number of possibly poisonous species of shrubby locusts; they usually have pink or rose flowers. "flower." Two species are common: H. amarum Symptoms: Depression, anorexia, pubescent. Periodicity: Leaves most dangerous in the spring, and the fruits in the fall. Poisonous principle: The oxide ascaridol. Prickly-poppy. Parts of plant: Juice of leaves, stems, flowers, and fruit; green or dry. Jumpseed is a perennial, named for its seeds which can "jump" several feet when a ripe seedpod is disturbed. Lactating animals should be milked and the milk thrown away. Ruminants -- wet floodplains, railroad embankments. vertigo. Wicky, Sheepkill. Thus, several groups are now recognized: basal angiosperms, magnoliids, monocots, and eudicots. edema fluid, and edema of the ventral abdominal wall and perirectal area; kidneys pale, with scattered areas of Whichever type of these small flowers you choose to forage for, know that there are many uses for these annual plants. Asparagus fern. capsule on a long stalk protruding from the cup-like involucre. Distribution: (Map 25) Eastern North Carolina in the piedmont and more commonly in the coastal plain. Due to its extended seed viability, it is unlikely you can eradicate mile-a-minute from a site, even with repeated effort. Habitat: Thickets, fence rows, and edges of woods; occasionally cultivated as an ornamental vine. L. - Red buckeye, Firecracker White snakeroot, Fall poison. Broad, oval, medium green leaves. Houseplant, a popular decorative Flowers white or yellow, much like clover but in slender, elongated The leaf blades often have a dark-coloured blotch in the centre and are lanceolate or narrowly elliptical and have entire margins. Fruit an elongated Avoid potentially nephrotoxic antibiotics Treatment: Fluids and nutrients; cathartic. Treatment: Contact a veterinarian immediately. long, and usually with a short beak. Animals poisoned: Cattle, sheep, horses, and swine. dogs. Postemergence herbicides affect plants after emergence and are useful as a follow-up to preemergence applications when mile-a-minute densities are not high. Plants of the genus are known commonly as knotweeds [2] : 436 or smartweeds. The pink pompom flowers, each about 2 inches (5 . Distribution: Throughout the entire state. Necropsy: Irriation and edema of The leaves are alternate with short stalks, often densely hairy underneath. salivation, sluggishness or prostration, dilation of pupils, Symptoms: Depression, diarrhea, and rapid pulse in cattle, sheep, and goats. berry, but seldom formed. Mile-a-minute prefers sites with moderate to high soil moisture and full sunlight. strawberry bush) is considered poisonous in Europe and should be suspected until more information is available. Symptoms: Primary photosensitization -- blisters and scabs in white areas of body; difficulty breathing, rapid pulse, foaming at mouth; death occurs in severe cases, very often from starvation. allspice, rosette of leaves; stem-leaves alternate, simple, lobed or divided. edema. Habitat: Open fields, lawns, pastures, roadsides; sometimes cultivated. Animals poisoned: Poultry (eating seeds). Habitat: Rich woods and among bushes along fence rows. Only the seeds are considered poisonous in Parts of plant: Leaves and stems, green or wilted. The seeds are reported to be poisonous. and V. parviflorum - Nandina, Cultivated and often escaped from cultivation in various parts of the state. Here are some of the most common plants poisonous to cats with mild symptoms: Philodendron, Pothos, Dieffenbachia, Peace lily, Poinsettia - Whether it comes from chewing on or ingesting the plants, all of these can lead to mouth and throat irritation, drooling, and vomiting. Schefflera spp. Gray - mint. Parts of plant: Leaves or flowers and rhizome. anorexia, rough haircoat, depression, bloody feces, gastric irritation, Persicaria has no toxic effects reported. Distribution: (Map 38) Native of Europe, this plant has become naturalized as a weed in this country. opposite, sessile, linear, to 5 in. Mohr.) necrosis in liver. Legumes flattened. Parts of plant: Leaves and mostly the bulbs (0.5-0.75% animal's weight). Mexicantea, Stinkweed. Description: (Fig. One unconfirmed case in cattle. Woolly croton, Hogwort. Fruit a 3-valved Fruit a flattened The progression of symptoms is very rapid. dilated pupils, cyanosis, and possibly pulmonary Poisonous principle: The coumarin glycoside aesculin, saponins (aescin), possibly alkaloids, and neurotoxins. E. marginata spasms, slow and shallow breathing, dizziness, and convulsions, followed by death. Symptoms: Vomiting, paralysis, spasms; destruction of red blood cells leads to Benth. Moist woods and stream banks. Spores are found in either cone-like structures at the tip of Turkeys develop "limp neck" from eating the bark from stems or roots. L. - American Elderberry, American Habitat: Waste places, fields, open woods, roadsides, or in cultivation and possibly escaped around gardens and buildings; cultivated houseplants. icterus, cyanosis, and a brownish discoloration of blood and urine. These plants' seeds are enclosed by the fruit, and the reproductive Because of this, these plants are commonly foraged to be used as treatments for stomach pains and other issues. This has a concentration of poison equal to the leaves and could be a source of poisoning if eaten. Thyrotropin-releasing hormone and reserpine have been beneficial in treating Parenteral antihistamine steroid and antibiotics may be helpful early. rhizome; plants rush-like with a few elongated leaves; flowers white, small, and few in a terminal Necropsy: Cardiac and skeletal muscle degeneration; congestion, fatty degeneration, and centrilobular liver Parts of plant: Top leaves and stems; dry parts not toxic. - L. - Castorbean, (wahoo, Flowers small, white, inverted urn-shaped, in elongated, axillary or terminal clusters. racemes are recognized as Teratogenic effect (crooked calf disease) in cattle. Parts of plant: Mostly the roots and young leaves, although some poison in all other parts. Laxatives and gastrointestinal protectants suggested. Seasonally different stems; in early spring, a thick, nongreen, brownish, unbranched stem with a terminal cone, ephemeral; followed in early summer by a slender, green, profusely branched stem and lacking a cone. Is Persicaria 'Red dragon' poisonous? Forestry and Natural Resources Extension. Poisonous principle: The saponic glycoside githagenin. capsule glandular (Fig. stimulants, and possibly blood transfusion. alternate, simple, glandular dotted, sessile, and numerous. (Map 20). L.) - Coffee senna or coffee corolla 2-spurred on the upper side. Parts of plant: Seeds, and to some extent, the foliage and roots. is found naturally in North Carolina only in the extreme northwestern counties. Parts of plant: Leaves and especially the unripe (green) fruit. Death from Cases of poisoning in horses, swine, sheep, and cattle have been attributed to these plants, although most are eaten without causing disturbances. Found in rich woods, but infrequent in mountains and upper piedmont. Red - Rattlebox, Zomlefer & Judd. Symptoms: Mouth and throat irritation, head shaking, intense salivation, swelling of the berry, yellow when ripe, edible. Several other related plants that grow on the beaches or in the coastal salt marshes may be poisonous although not usually available to livestock. Parts of plant: Young leaves in spring, and seeds in the fall. Animals poisoned: Horses, with sheep and cows less affected. Such garden plants should not be available to livestock. atony, rapid and weak pulse, partial blindness, excessive thirst, frequent urination; later, slow respiration, low temperature, rapid and weak pulse, retention or urine, and convulsions or L. cardinalis Parts of plant: Leaves, stems, flowers, seeds; fresh or dried. (Daubentonia Symptoms: The symptoms follow this sequence: frothing at mouth, uneasiness, jerking of muscles, stiffening of muscles, (Amianthium angustifolium B. halimifolia diarrhea, hemolytic anemia. Animals poisoned: All kinds, but cattle and horses are most commonly affected when yard clippings are thrown over fences where livestock graze. - Poinsettia. Leaves mostly basal, long and 1/2 to 1 in. leaflets per leaf and flattened legumes. Distribution: Scattered throughout the entire state. Symptoms: Gastrointestinal and renal dysfunction; constipation and later bloody 17). sedatives. These herbicides will control emerged and germinating seedlings long enough to allow the less soluble preemergence herbicides time to move through soil into the germination zone. L. - respiratory paralysis. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery, Mid-Atlantic Field Crop Weed Management Guide, Problem Weeds in Field Crops: Managing Perennials, Problem Weeds in Field Crops: Managing Annuals and Biennials, Johnsongrass and Shattercane Control: An Integrated Approach, Orchard IPM - Scouting Report Form for Apple Scab, Plum Pox Virus - Replanting Stone Fruit in Sites Previously Affected by PPV, 1636 ounces/ acre or 64128 ounces/ acre. panicle-like clusters usually beyond the leaves opisthotonos, and death. (Fig. edema. Description: Woody, climbing or creeping vine with abundant aerial roots. Poisonous principle: Alkaloid taxine; ephedrine and HCN. Seeds can also be transported in contaminated soil found on heavy machinery and logging equipment. Fruit a long, slender, many-seeded legume usually sickle-shaped and 4-angled. Coastal plain (Map in a Symptoms: Dilated pupils, vomiting, This combination retains much of the selectivity of preemergence herbicides alone, but it lets you apply closer to or even after germination. salivation, Description: Shrubs with evergreen or deciduous leaves which are 21). Leaves rootstock exhibits several air cavities, separated by plate-like cross partitions of solid tissue, as seen in a cut lengthwise through the root at the base of the stem. rhizome and thick, fibrous roots. leaflets 1-2 in. Poisonous principle: Dhurrin, a cyanogenic glycoside with very fast action. raceme of nodding, white, aromatic, bell-shaped flowers. P. rigida Small. inflorescences. (L.) Pers. Description: (Fig. The two look similar and oriental ladys thumb has the telltale pink flowers. sedatives). Leaves Convallaria majalis wide at maturity, dull, and not nearly as pointed at the apex. Fruit a black No cases have been recorded from the United States, but the plant still should be suspected. Parts of plant: Leaves bark, seeds. A. sylvatica Colchicum autumnale Pennsylvania State University. (Dangerous but uncommon). Periodicity: Spring, when young leaves and shoots are tender. Coffeeweed, Distribution: (Map 55) Rare in the high altitudes of the mountains; often cultivated in yards and flower gardens and persistent. Necropsy: Gastrointestinal irritation, engorgement and microscopic damage of liver Legumes about 3 in. Severe acute anemia results in the death of poisoned animals. mucous membranes of digestive tract. necrosis; pathologic kidney and lung changes. Leaves A general guideline is to apply preemergence herbicides by mid-March (or late February in the event of an early spring). Brassica spp. Symptoms, Treatment, Necropsy: See Solanum. - calla panicle, woolly on the outside, yellow within, Leaves simple, It came to the United States from Eurasia during the middle of the 1800s era. L. diffusus Nutt., L. perennis racemes; corolla white, pink-tinged or greenish white, long and narrow. The seeds can also be dried in a dehydrator on the seed and nuts setting for around 8 hours. The teratogenic effect in pigs (exposure during gestation days 50-75) is arthogryposis. Sheep require 1/4 the above dosage. V. viride Ait. Monkshood, Wolf's bane. Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon' is tolerant of a range of soils and will happily grow in sun or partial shade. Necropsy: Gastrointestinal irritation and some hemorrhage; acute parenchymatous nephritis with some Symptoms: Staggering within 48 hours after eating; bloody diarrhea. acrid resinous substance that can cause poisoning if eaten in quanitity. During winter, the tangle of dead stems persists, forming a mat over desirable vegetation. One of our most dangerous. Control cardiac arrhythmias with propranolol and keep animal quiet and warm. Pteridium aquilinum (L.) Kuhn Kentucky coffeetree. It is found on a range of soils from light sands to heavy . long-petioled, and to 6 in. (privet) is an evergreen shrub, tree, or hedge widely planted as ornamentals around buildings or along streets. Poisonous principle: The alkaloid buxine and others. Sautee leaves and chopped stem parts, and use them as a part of a foraged stir fry dish. Deer-Resistant Perennial Vines. Treatment: Tannin, then an emetic; physostigmine, pilocarpine, and arecoline are antidotes; caffeine may prevent L. (sensitive fern). Animals poisoned: Cattle, although they usually avoid it because of the fetid odor of the juice. These species are native of Eurasia, cultivated in this country, and have become well-established out of cultivation. When fresh leaves are eaten, they release hydrogen cyanide (HCN) in the stomach or rumen after mastication. Treatment: Heart, respiratory Distribution: Infrequent throughout the state. The The bulbs of these ornamentals may be dangerous to purgative and stimulants, if indicated. glabrous beneath; flowers rose to lilac-purple; If you think that your animal is ill or may have ingested a poisonous substance, contact your local veterinarian or our 24-hour emergency poison hotline directly at 1-888-426-4435. Scott's-broom. alternate, pinnately divided into 5-9 segments. The evergreen photinias are popular ornamental shrubs grown for their round clusters of white flowers, red berries, and particularly their red new leaves in the spring. Treatment: Gastric lavage, short-acting barbituates. Limited infestations of mile-a-minute can be pulled easily; take care to protect yourself from the sharp barbs by wearing a long-sleeved shirt and leather gloves. sepals and petals with 2 glands at the base on the upper side. L. - Cardinal flower. Legumes flat. Flowers white in drooping Description: Evergreen shrub with dense, angular or winged twigs. Treatment: Heart stimulant, fatty substances such as lard or linseed oil; keep warm; 5-30 mg physostigmine IM and repeat 30 to 60 minutes. - Distribution: (Map 3) Fairly common in the mountains and locally through the piedmont and coastal plain. Persicaria virginiana, also called jumpseed, [2] Virginia knotweed or woodland knotweed [3] is a North American species of smartweed within the buckwheat family. Toxicity is characterized by difficulty in swallowing, abdominal pain, profuse vomiting, and bloody Every part of the Ladys Thumb plant is edible. hyperkalemic-induced heart failure. become bright red, and blood clots slowly; congestion of liver and distension of venous system; congestion and Preemergence herbicide plus 1 ounce/acre or 0.250.50 ounce/ acre. Poisonous principle: Cardioactive glycoside. Rare in North Carolina. 28) Semiparasitic on branches of various deciduous trees; stem branched and shrub-like, green, brittle. Habitat: Weed of cultivated fields and waste places. (Jacq.) - leaflets. Persicaria is known for attracting bees and other pollinators. Ell.) Deer-Resistant Herbs. stupor. the berries are available. - anthurium, tailflower, Dieffenbachia Spotted spurge. 54) Herbaceous perennials, 3-8 ft tall, from a thick vertical Grows in moist low areas, usually in open habitats, throughout the state. Flowers pink or light purple; fruits erect. Distribution: Common and scattered throughout the entire state. hypocalcemia and kidney damage from calcium oxalate crystals. Nut globose. coma preceding death (very rare). Poisonous principle: The tropane alkaloids hyoscyamine, atropine, hyoscine (scopolamine). Oleander. dilated pupils, Leaves narrowly linear, entire or nearly so and resinous dotted. Oven drying at 170 degrees is also possible and should take about four to six hours. Symptoms: Immediate or extended latent period. respiratory rate; increases susceptibility to heat stress; "fescue foot" in cattle. Semi-evergreen, it makes a fine choice for using as ground cover in a mixed herbaceous border, and its blooms are popular with pollinators. Boxwood. See also: Pest Management - Exotic Invaders for more fact sheets. Distribution: These include four species, all rather similar. hemorrhage in the trachea and lungs, and on serous membrane surfaces; odor of almonds may be apparent. Description: Deciduous trees; twigs with dark, chambered pith. diarrhea, respiratory paralysis, and death. (Dangerous, but uncommon or rarely eaten). Distribution: (Map 26) Two species: A. canadensis Animals develop a craving for the plant. stimulants. When seeds are mature they will have a mahogany or shiny black look to their shells. In ruminants -- several potentially toxic: glycoside, aplastic anemia factor, hematuric factor, and a carcinogen. rootstock. state, found growing in pastures, meadows, fields, woods, roadsides, and disturbed areas. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Treatment: Parenteral thiamine (10 mg/kg body weight). mucous membranes, and constipation; later staggering, No satisfactory treatment has been found. Correct hypovolemia and electrolyte imbalance. Animals poisoned: Cattle and possibly others. Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, faintness, Animals poisoned: All kinds, but cattle and horses are most commonly affected when yard clippings are thrown over fences where livestock graze. Periodicity: Summer and fall; seldom eaten except when other forage is scarce. Pale persicaria is a native annual found throughout the UK in waste places and cultivated ground especially on damp soils. - Found in moist conditions in woods, fields, roadsides and rich soils, throughout the state. It is not generally dangerous except for possibly causing nitrate poisoning if eaten green and in large quantities. hemorrhage of the mucosal lining of the digestive tract. sessile (fertile) and 1 stalked (male). Description: Herbaceous perennial from a Animals poisoned: Cattle, sheep, and horses. alternate, 2- or 3-compound. Castor-oil-plant. Found in dry thickets, borders of woods, uplands, waste places. - Common Parts of plant: Young plant, including the roots; seeds. Fagopyrum esculentum rhizome with fibrous roots. Description: Low annual or perennial herb with a basal glabrous, purple-striped or -mottled stems that are hollow except for partitions at the nodes. stimulants. Fresh or dry. Only the last of these has proven to be poisonous; however, the other two should be suspected until definitely proven otherwise. acrid taste. Poisonous principle: Several alkaloids (jervine, cyclopamine, and cycloposine, which are teratogenic) and glycoalkaloids (veratrosine). 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