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Is Alocasia Scalprum toxic to cats?

Alocasia scalprum

Toxic to cats

Yes — alocasia scalprum 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. Alocasia scalprum contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, profuse drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the mouth and airway. Treat as unsafe around pets.

What to do if your cat ate alocasia scalprum

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

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

Is alocasia scalprum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alocasia scalprum toxic to cats?

Yes — alocasia scalprum 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. Alocasia scalprum contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, profuse drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the mouth and airway. Treat as unsafe around pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alocasia scalprum?

ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats and dogs. Alocasia scalprum contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, profuse drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the mouth and airway. Treat as unsafe around 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 scalprum.

What should I do if my cat ate alocasia scalprum?

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 scalprum toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to alocasia scalprum?

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 scalprum pet-safety