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If your dog ate costus woodsonii — 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 now. If you cannot reach one, a poison-control line will triage you — ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK. Both services charge a fee.

Costus Woodsonii is mildly toxic to dogs (ASPCA).

Pet emergency

My dog ate Costus Woodsonii — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take costus woodsonii away and remove any plant material from your dog'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 a poison-control line — (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK. Both charge a consultation fee. 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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK.

My dog ate costus woodsonii — FAQ

Is costus woodsonii poisonous to dogs?

Yes — Costus Woodsonii (Costus woodsonii) is regarded as mildly toxic to dogs, based on genus- and family-level toxicity data. Costus woodsonii is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, so pet-safe status cannot be confirmed. Treat as uncertain: ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Keep away from cats and dogs and verify with a vet if any plant material is eaten.

How serious is it if my dog ate costus woodsonii?

Costus Woodsonii is mildly toxic, so most dogs get short-lived mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a life-threatening reaction. It is still worth a vet call to be safe, especially if your dog ate a lot or symptoms persist.

What symptoms should I watch for?

Signs usually appear soon after chewing: drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy. Costus woodsonii is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, so pet-safe status cannot be confirmed. Treat as uncertain: ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Keep away from cats and dogs and verify with a vet if any plant material is eaten. Any worsening or persistent symptoms warrant an immediate vet visit.

Should I make my dog vomit?

No — do not induce vomiting unless a vet or a poison-control specialist specifically tells you to. The wrong action can make things worse. Call your vet, or (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK, and follow professional advice.

How do I stop this happening again?

Keep costus woodsonii well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.

Type any plant to see what the ASPCA says about it and your dog.

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