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Is Alocasia Navicularis toxic to cats?

Alocasia navicularis

Toxic to cats

Yes — alocasia navicularis 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 and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes intense oral irritation, hypersalivation, swelling of the mouth and tongue, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate alocasia navicularis

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

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

Is alocasia navicularis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alocasia navicularis toxic to cats?

Yes — alocasia navicularis 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 and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes intense oral irritation, hypersalivation, swelling of the mouth and tongue, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alocasia navicularis?

ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes intense oral irritation, hypersalivation, swelling of the mouth and tongue, 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 navicularis.

What should I do if my cat ate alocasia navicularis?

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 navicularis toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to alocasia navicularis?

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 navicularis pet-safety