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Is Anthurium clarinervium (Velvet Cardboard Anthurium) toxic to cats?

Anthurium clarinervium

Toxic to cats

Yes — anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium) 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Anthurium (Flamingo Flower, Anthurium scherzeranum, family Araceae) as toxic to both species, with insoluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle. A. clarinervium is the same genus and aroid family and shares this chemistry. Chewing releases needle-like oxalate crystals that cause intense oral burning, drooling, mouth and tongue irritation, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep it out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium)

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium) 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 anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium) to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium) toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium) toxic to cats?

Yes — anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium) is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Anthurium (Flamingo Flower, Anthurium scherzeranum, family Araceae) as toxic to both species, with insoluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle. A. clarinervium is the same genus and aroid family and shares this chemistry. Chewing releases needle-like oxalate crystals that cause intense oral burning, drooling, mouth and tongue irritation, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep it out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium)?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Anthurium (Flamingo Flower, Anthurium scherzeranum, family Araceae) as toxic to both species, with insoluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle. A. clarinervium is the same genus and aroid family and shares this chemistry. Chewing releases needle-like oxalate crystals that cause intense oral burning, drooling, mouth and tongue irritation, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep it 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 anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium).

What should I do if my cat ate anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium)?

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 anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium) toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Anthurium clarinervium (Velvet Cardboard Anthurium) is toxic to dogs as well. See the full anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium) pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to anthurium clarinervium (velvet cardboard anthurium)?

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.

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