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From: Diana Dugan City: Monmouth, IL
Client called in wanting to know if the leaves on a tomato plant can have the same affect as poison ivy?
	Extension Message From: Richard Hentschel Extension Educator, Horticulture DuPage/Kane/Kendall Unit hentsche@illinois.edu
Hello Diana: I am not aware that tomato foliage can cause a symptom similar to Poison Ivy. the two have different a different botanical genus. It is possible that Poison Ivy can be growing right along with the tomato plants and the homeowner could be coming in contact with it. If a sensitivity already exists, your contact should see a dermitologist to confirm the dermititis is from Poison Ivy. Sincerely, Richard
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