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Is Alocasia Sarian toxic to cats?

Alocasia 'Sarian'

Toxic to cats

Yes — alocasia sarian 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 spp. (family Araceae) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The insoluble calcium oxalate crystals cause oral irritation, pain and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not in horses), and difficulty swallowing. Keep well out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate alocasia sarian

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

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

Is alocasia sarian toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alocasia sarian toxic to cats?

Yes — alocasia sarian 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 spp. (family Araceae) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The insoluble calcium oxalate crystals cause oral irritation, pain and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not in horses), and difficulty swallowing. Keep well out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alocasia sarian?

ASPCA lists Alocasia spp. (family Araceae) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The insoluble calcium oxalate crystals cause oral irritation, pain and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not in horses), and difficulty swallowing. Keep 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 sarian.

What should I do if my cat ate alocasia sarian?

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 sarian toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to alocasia sarian?

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 sarian pet-safety