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Is Aglaonema Pink Beauty toxic to cats?

Aglaonema 'Pink Beauty'

Toxic to cats

Yes — aglaonema pink beauty 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 Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral and lip irritation, a burning sensation, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep this plant out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate aglaonema pink beauty

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

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

Is aglaonema pink beauty toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is aglaonema pink beauty toxic to cats?

Yes — aglaonema pink beauty 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 Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral and lip irritation, a burning sensation, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep this plant out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats aglaonema pink beauty?

The ASPCA lists Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral and lip irritation, a burning sensation, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep this plant out of reach of pets. 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 pink beauty.

What should I do if my cat ate aglaonema pink beauty?

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 pink beauty toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Aglaonema Pink Beauty is toxic to dogs as well. See the full aglaonema pink beauty pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to aglaonema pink beauty?

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 pink beauty pet-safety