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Is Anthurium Coriaceum toxic to cats?

Anthurium coriaceum

Toxic to cats

Yes — anthurium coriaceum 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. Anthurium is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (and horses). The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral and tongue irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this large plant where pets cannot chew the leaves.

What to do if your cat ate anthurium coriaceum

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

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

Is anthurium coriaceum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is anthurium coriaceum toxic to cats?

Yes — anthurium coriaceum is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Anthurium is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (and horses). The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral and tongue irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this large plant where pets cannot chew the leaves.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats anthurium coriaceum?

Anthurium is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (and horses). The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral and tongue irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this large plant where pets cannot chew the leaves. 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 coriaceum.

What should I do if my cat ate anthurium coriaceum?

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 coriaceum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Anthurium Coriaceum is toxic to dogs as well. See the full anthurium coriaceum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to anthurium coriaceum?

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 anthurium coriaceum pet-safety