For many people spring brings the misery of sniffling, sneezing, and runny eyes brought on by plants that cause allergies. Beyond taking an allergy medication, having knowledge of the plants that cause allergic reactions can be beneficial. So what are the worst trees and flowers for allergies? Read on to learn about common plant allergies. Ugly Plants that Cause Allergies If you’ve ever heard that uglier plants cause more severe allergic reactions, you might be surprised to know it’s true. Allergists say that flowers that smell or look pretty attract pollinators while those that produce uglier blooms are generally wind pollinated. In other words, they are the allergy sufferer’s nemesis. Worst Trees for Allergies Spring is the peak season for tree allergens. In order of bloom time, trees that plague allergy sufferers include maple, willow, poplar, elm, birch, mulberry, ash, hickory, oak, and walnut and are generally an issue from […]
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