A poisonous potato can cause rapid damage to the player if eaten (similar to a Spider Eye ). However, it is not quite as dangerous, because it only has a 60% chance of poisoning the player rather than a certain chance. When obtained, the poisonous potato cannot be baked or planted like a normal Potato .
What happens if you eat a poisonous potato?
Both solanine and chaconine cause toxicity through cell disruption leading to gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Some people may also experience headache, flushing, confusion, and fever. There have been a few cases of death from eating toxic potatoes.
Can you do anything with a poisonous potato in Minecraft?
The only use for the poisonous potato is to eat one to gain the A Balanced Diet advancement, and even then you only need a single one.
Can potatoes become poisonous?
Not to worry though, fatal cases of solanine poisoning are very rare these days. Most commercial varieties of potatoes are screened for solanine, but any potato will build up the toxin to dangerous levels if exposed to light or stored improperly.
What can poisonous potatoes be used for?
A single poisonous potato sells for 10 coins. Poisonous potatoes can also be used to brew the venomous potion to craft the vaccine talisman and enchanted. This can help a player stake their economic claim on the skyblock server in order to help them achieve their goals.
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