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Is African Kedrostis toxic to cats?

Kedrostis africana

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists african kedrostis as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Kedrostis africana (Cucurbitaceae) is not individually listed by ASPCA. Many cucurbits contain cucurbitacins — bitter triterpenoid compounds — that can cause gastrointestinal irritation if ingested by pets or humans. Treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets as a precaution.

What to do if your cat ate african kedrostis

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move african kedrostis out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of african kedrostis to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten african kedrostis, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is african kedrostis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is african kedrostis toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists african kedrostis as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Kedrostis africana (Cucurbitaceae) is not individually listed by ASPCA. Many cucurbits contain cucurbitacins — bitter triterpenoid compounds — that can cause gastrointestinal irritation if ingested by pets or humans. Treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets as a precaution.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats african kedrostis?

Kedrostis africana (Cucurbitaceae) is not individually listed by ASPCA. Many cucurbits contain cucurbitacins — bitter triterpenoid compounds — that can cause gastrointestinal irritation if ingested by pets or humans. Treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets as a precaution. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to african kedrostis.

What should I do if my cat ate african kedrostis?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is african kedrostis toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: African Kedrostis is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full african kedrostis pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to african kedrostis?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full african kedrostis pet-safety