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Is Alocasia Portodora toxic to cats?

Alocasia 'Portodora'

Toxic to cats

Yes — alocasia portodora 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. Like other aroids it contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep this large, accessible plant away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate alocasia portodora

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

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

Is alocasia portodora toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alocasia portodora toxic to cats?

Yes — alocasia portodora 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. Like other aroids it contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep this large, accessible plant away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alocasia portodora?

ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats and dogs. Like other aroids it contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep this large, accessible plant away from pets. 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 portodora.

What should I do if my cat ate alocasia portodora?

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 portodora toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to alocasia portodora?

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 portodora pet-safety