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Is Aglaonema Silver Queen toxic to cats?

Aglaonema 'Silver Queen'

Toxic to cats

Yes — aglaonema silver queen 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. ASPCA lists Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral burning, hypersalivation, vomiting and difficulty swallowing when leaves are chewed. Keep away from pets and young children.

What to do if your cat ate aglaonema silver queen

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

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

Is aglaonema silver queen toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is aglaonema silver queen toxic to cats?

Yes — aglaonema silver queen is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral burning, hypersalivation, vomiting and difficulty swallowing when leaves are chewed. Keep away from pets and young children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats aglaonema silver queen?

ASPCA lists Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral burning, hypersalivation, vomiting and difficulty swallowing when leaves are chewed. Keep away from pets and young 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 silver queen.

What should I do if my cat ate aglaonema silver queen?

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 silver queen toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Aglaonema Silver Queen is toxic to dogs as well. See the full aglaonema silver queen pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to aglaonema silver queen?

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 silver queen pet-safety