FoodieApp Short: 'Leaf it alone' – Rhubarb leaves are actually toxic

Rhubarb stalks and rhubarb leaves

Love a delicious homemade rhubarb pie? We sure do! But there’s one part of the plant that is toxic if consumed – the leaves. This is due to their high potency of oxalic acid. Munchig on these can lead to anything from vomiting and diarrhea up to more serious side effects like difficulty swallowing and even kidney failure.