Foxgloves Blooming

Along the hillside, between the hay field and the forest, summertime blooms show on the foxgloves.
Although they are a pretty addition to the natural landscape, I have always warned family, friends and visitors about the beauty and the toxicity of these plants.
According to mnn (mother nature network)

The seeds, stems, flowers and leaves of the foxglove plant are poisonous. They contain digitalis glycosides, which are organic compounds that act on the heart. When someone eats part of this attractive plants or sucks on the flowers, the glycosides affect cardiac function, causing an irregular heartbeat. Symptoms can also include digestive issues, headache, blurred vision and confusion and can eventually lead to death.

The locals, the deer, elk and other forest creatures do not touch this plant. The same goes for the domesticated cows, dogs and cats. Their instincts keep them safe from this toxic beauty.