The suspected weed at the centre of an Australia-wide spinach recall has been identified after an investigation.
Riviera Farms and Victoria Health confirmed the spinach was contaminated with a weed known as thornapple or its scientific name, datura stramonium.
“The investigations have not identified any other potential chemical, herbicide or other type of contaminant,” a statement read.
“No other Riviera Farms produce have been impacted by this weed.”
Other nearby crops are in the process of being destroyed as a precautionary measure amid fears of contamination.
The revelation comes after reports nine people had suffered “toxic reactions”, including symptoms of hallucinations and delirium after consuming spinach products.
Impacted spinach was sold at Costco with an expiration date up to and including December 28.