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If your cat ate drop tongue plant (silver schismatoglottis) — do this now

  1. Take the plant away and clear any pieces from their mouth.
  2. Do not induce vomiting unless told to by a professional.
  3. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 now.

Drop Tongue Plant (Silver Schismatoglottis) is toxic to cats (ASPCA).

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My cat ate Drop Tongue Plant (Silver Schismatoglottis) — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take drop tongue plant (silver schismatoglottis) away and remove any plant material from your cat's mouth so they cannot eat more.
  2. Note roughly how much was eaten and when — this helps the vet judge the risk.
  3. Do NOT induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist tells you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 (a consultation fee may apply) and follow their advice.
  5. Watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or lethargy, and bring a leaf or photo to the appointment.

This is general guidance, not veterinary advice. Pets vary, and a reaction may be to soil, fertiliser, or pesticide as well as the plant. When in doubt, call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435.

My cat ate drop tongue plant (silver schismatoglottis) — FAQ

Is drop tongue plant (silver schismatoglottis) poisonous to cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists Drop Tongue Plant (Silver Schismatoglottis) (Schismatoglottis 'Silver') as toxic to cats. Schismatoglottis is a member of the arum family (Araceae) and contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, making it toxic to cats and dogs - ingestion can cause oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. The ASPCA does not list Schismatoglottis individually, but every aroid it does list (including the closely related Chinese evergreen, Aglaonema) is classified as toxic via the same insoluble calcium oxalates, so treat this plant as toxic and keep it away from pets; if ingestion is suspected, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center.

How serious is it if my cat ate drop tongue plant (silver schismatoglottis)?

Drop Tongue Plant (Silver Schismatoglottis) is toxic to cats and reactions can be significant, so treat any ingestion as urgent. Call your vet or poison control on (888) 426-4435 straight away rather than waiting to see if symptoms develop.

What symptoms should I watch for?

Signs usually appear soon after chewing: drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy. Schismatoglottis is a member of the arum family (Araceae) and contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, making it toxic to cats and dogs - ingestion can cause oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. The ASPCA does not list Schismatoglottis individually, but every aroid it does list (including the closely related Chinese evergreen, Aglaonema) is classified as toxic via the same insoluble calcium oxalates, so treat this plant as toxic and keep it away from pets; if ingestion is suspected, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. Any worsening or persistent symptoms warrant an immediate vet visit.

Should I make my cat vomit?

No — do not induce vomiting unless a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center specifically tells you to. The wrong action can make things worse. Call (888) 426-4435 and follow professional advice.

How do I stop this happening again?

Keep drop tongue plant (silver schismatoglottis) well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best cats-safe plants list.

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