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Is Aglaonema Burmese Evergreen toxic to cats?

Aglaonema brevispathum

Toxic to cats

Yes — aglaonema burmese evergreen is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA lists the genus Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs, and this species belongs to that genus. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals causing oral irritation, burning mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate aglaonema burmese evergreen

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move aglaonema burmese evergreen 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 aglaonema burmese evergreen to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is aglaonema burmese evergreen toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is aglaonema burmese evergreen toxic to cats?

Yes — aglaonema burmese evergreen is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists the genus Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs, and this species belongs to that genus. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals causing oral irritation, burning mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats aglaonema burmese evergreen?

The ASPCA lists the genus Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs, and this species belongs to that genus. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals causing oral irritation, burning mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children. 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 aglaonema burmese evergreen.

What should I do if my cat ate aglaonema burmese evergreen?

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 aglaonema burmese evergreen toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Aglaonema Burmese Evergreen is toxic to dogs as well. See the full aglaonema burmese evergreen pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to aglaonema burmese evergreen?

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 aglaonema burmese evergreen pet-safety