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Is Alocasia Brisbanensis toxic to cats?

Alocasia brisbanensis

Toxic to cats

Yes — alocasia brisbanensis 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 classifies Alocasia as toxic to cats and dogs, and cunjevoi is a known toxic plant in Australia. All parts hold insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes severe oral burning, drooling, swelling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep well away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate alocasia brisbanensis

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

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

Is alocasia brisbanensis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alocasia brisbanensis toxic to cats?

Yes — alocasia brisbanensis is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA classifies Alocasia as toxic to cats and dogs, and cunjevoi is a known toxic plant in Australia. All parts hold insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes severe oral burning, drooling, swelling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep well away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alocasia brisbanensis?

The ASPCA classifies Alocasia as toxic to cats and dogs, and cunjevoi is a known toxic plant in Australia. All parts hold insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes severe oral burning, drooling, swelling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep well 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 alocasia brisbanensis.

What should I do if my cat ate alocasia brisbanensis?

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 brisbanensis toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to alocasia brisbanensis?

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.

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