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Is Alocasia Brancifolia toxic to cats?

Alocasia brancifolia

Toxic to cats

Yes — alocasia brancifolia 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 Alocasia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing the leaves or stems releases needle-like raphides causing oral irritation, burning and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate alocasia brancifolia

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

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

Is alocasia brancifolia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alocasia brancifolia toxic to cats?

Yes — alocasia brancifolia 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 Alocasia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing the leaves or stems releases needle-like raphides causing oral irritation, burning and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alocasia brancifolia?

The ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing the leaves or stems releases needle-like raphides causing oral irritation, burning and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of 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 alocasia brancifolia.

What should I do if my cat ate alocasia brancifolia?

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 alocasia brancifolia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Alocasia Brancifolia is toxic to dogs as well. See the full alocasia brancifolia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to alocasia brancifolia?

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 alocasia brancifolia pet-safety