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Is Alocasia Imperial Red toxic to cats?

Alocasia 'Imperial Red'

Toxic to cats

Yes — alocasia imperial red 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 Alocasia as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; biting or chewing causes oral and GI irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing.

What to do if your cat ate alocasia imperial red

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

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

Is alocasia imperial red toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alocasia imperial red toxic to cats?

Yes — alocasia imperial red is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; biting or chewing causes oral and GI irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alocasia imperial red?

ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; biting or chewing causes oral and GI irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. 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 imperial red.

What should I do if my cat ate alocasia imperial red?

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 imperial red toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to alocasia imperial red?

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 imperial red pet-safety