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Is Alocasia Macrorrhizos Variegata toxic to cats?

Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Variegata'

Toxic to cats

Yes — alocasia macrorrhizos variegata 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. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes intense oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing, with possible airway-threatening oral swelling. Keep this plant well out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate alocasia macrorrhizos variegata

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

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

Is alocasia macrorrhizos variegata toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alocasia macrorrhizos variegata toxic to cats?

Yes — alocasia macrorrhizos variegata 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. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes intense oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing, with possible airway-threatening oral swelling. Keep this plant well out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alocasia macrorrhizos variegata?

The ASPCA classifies Alocasia as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes intense oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing, with possible airway-threatening oral swelling. Keep this plant well 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 macrorrhizos variegata.

What should I do if my cat ate alocasia macrorrhizos variegata?

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 macrorrhizos variegata toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to alocasia macrorrhizos variegata?

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 macrorrhizos variegata pet-safety