Pet safety
Is Ice Follies Daffodiltoxic to cats & dogs?
Narcissus pseudonarcissus 'Ice Follies'
Quick verdict — at a glance
- Toxic to cats?
- Yes — toxic
- Toxic to dogs?
- Yes — toxic
- ASPCA classification
- Toxic to pets · botanical name Narcissus pseudonarcissus 'Ice Follies'
Is ice follies daffodil safe for cats and dogs?
No — ice follies daffodil is toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it well away from any pet that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List, the most widely used reference for companion-animal plant safety in the US and the standard most UK vets cite as well. As a Narcissus cultivar, 'Ice Follies' contains lycorine and related alkaloids throughout all plant parts, with the highest concentration in the bulbs. ASPCA lists Narcissus (daffodil) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, salivation, diarrhoea, and potentially cardiac effects. Handle bulbs with gloves to avoid contact dermatitis.
| Pet | Toxic? | Per ASPCA |
|---|---|---|
| Cats | Yes | Toxic to pets |
| Dogs | Yes | Toxic to pets |
What happens if a pet eats ice follies daffodil?
As a Narcissus cultivar, 'Ice Follies' contains lycorine and related alkaloids throughout all plant parts, with the highest concentration in the bulbs. ASPCA lists Narcissus (daffodil) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, salivation, diarrhoea, and potentially cardiac effects. Handle bulbs with gloves to avoid contact dermatitis. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later. If you see drooling, pawing at the mouth, head-shaking, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your pet has had access to ice follies daffodil, treat it as a suspected ingestion and act on the steps below.
What to do if your pet ate ice follies daffodil
- Remove any plant material from your pet's mouth and move ice follies daffodil out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of ice follies daffodil to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
This page is general guidance, not veterinary advice. Pets vary, and a reaction may be to soil, fertiliser, or pesticide rather than the plant. If you are worried, always contact a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Pet-safe alternatives to ice follies daffodil
Want the same look without the risk? These plants are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA and have similar care needs:
- Hoya — non-toxic to cats and dogs (care guide)
- Bromeliad — non-toxic to cats and dogs (care guide)
- Christmas cactus — non-toxic to cats and dogs (care guide)
- African violet — non-toxic to cats and dogs (care guide)
Ice Follies Daffodil and pets — frequently asked questions
Is ice follies daffodil toxic to cats?
Ice Follies Daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus 'Ice Follies') is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. As a Narcissus cultivar, 'Ice Follies' contains lycorine and related alkaloids throughout all plant parts, with the highest concentration in the bulbs. ASPCA lists Narcissus (daffodil) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, salivation, diarrhoea, and potentially cardiac effects. Handle bulbs with gloves to avoid contact dermatitis. Keep it out of reach and contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 if your cat chews it.
Is ice follies daffodil toxic to dogs?
Per the ASPCA, Ice Follies Daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus 'Ice Follies') is toxic to dogs. Dogs often chew more enthusiastically than cats, so a toxic plant like ice follies daffodil is best removed from the floor and low shelves entirely.
What happens if my pet eats ice follies daffodil?
As a Narcissus cultivar, 'Ice Follies' contains lycorine and related alkaloids throughout all plant parts, with the highest concentration in the bulbs. ASPCA lists Narcissus (daffodil) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, salivation, diarrhoea, and potentially cardiac effects. Handle bulbs with gloves to avoid contact dermatitis. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later. If you see drooling, pawing at the mouth, head-shaking, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your pet has had access to ice follies daffodil, treat it as a suspected ingestion and act on the steps below.
What should I do if my cat or dog ate ice follies daffodil?
Stay calm. Remove any remaining plant material from your pet's mouth and take the plant away so they cannot eat more. Note roughly how much was eaten and when. Do not make your pet vomit unless a vet or poison-control specialist tells you to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 (a consultation fee may apply) and follow their advice. Bringing a photo or a leaf of ice follies daffodil to the appointment helps the vet treat it correctly.
What are pet-safe alternatives to ice follies daffodil?
If you want a similar look without the risk, good non-toxic swaps include hoya, bromeliad, christmas cactus, african violet. All of these are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA, so they suit a home where pets have access to your plants.
Full ice follies daffodil care
Pet-safety is one piece of the picture. For light, watering, soil, and troubleshooting, see the complete ice follies daffodil care guide, or browse the full pet-safe plant library to check another plant before you buy it.