Myth: Poinsettias contain deadly poison. Mitesh Patel 17, June, 19 INSPIRATION & LEARNING, MYTH BUSTERS Reality: Poinsettias won’t kill you or your pets, though you still shouldn’t eat them. The flowers might make you a bit sick with some gastrointestinal issues. Source: https://www.businessinsider.com/worst-science-health-myths-2016-1?IR=T#myth-sharks-die-if-they-stop-swimming-28 Tags: Poinsettias