This popular springtime flower can actually be toxic if ingested in large quantities and can be particularly harmful to cats, dogs and horses. The bulb of the tulip contains glycosides and alkaloids that can cause nausea, dizziness and abdominal pain. Severe poisoning can lead to convulsions and possibly death.
What is the effect of vinegar on plants? A: Vinegar is an acidic solution that removes the waxy coating on a plant's foliage, leaving it vulnerable to drying out. Low concentrations of vinegar burn only the foliage, leaving the roots alone to regenerate when possible. Stronger concentrations can burn the plant all the way to the roots. Continue Reading.
Vinegar can be applied to grass or weeds by spray bottle. The vinegar has even stronger effects on hot days. Absent a spray bottle, a couple of tablespoons of vinegar can be poured over the grass to kill it, or the vinegar can the applied directly into the soil.ave. Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images. Vinegar can be a help and a hindrance to the grass in your yard. Because it can be harmful to grass, care must be taken when using vinegar on lawn weeds.