Pet safety
Is Angel's Tears Narcissus toxic to cats?
Narcissus triandrus
Yes — angel's tears narcissus 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. N. triandrus contains lycorine, galanthamine, and other alkaloids typical of all Narcissus species, with highest concentration in the bulbs. ASPCA lists Narcissus (daffodil) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, cardiac arrhythmia. All parts should be kept out of reach of pets.
What to do if your cat ate angel's tears narcissus
- Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move angel's tears narcissus out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of angel's tears narcissus to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten angel's tears narcissus, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is angel's tears narcissus toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is angel's tears narcissus toxic to cats?
Yes — angel's tears narcissus is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. N. triandrus contains lycorine, galanthamine, and other alkaloids typical of all Narcissus species, with highest concentration in the bulbs. ASPCA lists Narcissus (daffodil) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, cardiac arrhythmia. All parts should be kept out of reach of pets.
What are the symptoms if a cat eats angel's tears narcissus?
N. triandrus contains lycorine, galanthamine, and other alkaloids typical of all Narcissus species, with highest concentration in the bulbs. ASPCA lists Narcissus (daffodil) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, cardiac arrhythmia. All parts should be kept out of reach of 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 angel's tears narcissus.
What should I do if my cat ate angel's tears narcissus?
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 angel's tears narcissus toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Angel's Tears Narcissus is toxic to dogs as well. See the full angel's tears narcissus pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a cat-safe alternative to angel's tears narcissus?
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 angel's tears narcissus pet-safety
- Is angel's tears narcissus toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is angel's tears narcissus toxic to dogs?
- My cat ate angel's tears narcissus — emergency steps
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete angel's tears narcissus care guide