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Is Anthurium eminens toxic to cats?

Anthurium eminens

Toxic to cats

Yes — anthurium eminens 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. Anthurium is listed by the ASPCA as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, swelling of the mouth and tongue, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and wash hands after pruning.

What to do if your cat ate anthurium eminens

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

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

Is anthurium eminens toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is anthurium eminens toxic to cats?

Yes — anthurium eminens 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. Anthurium is listed by the ASPCA as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, swelling of the mouth and tongue, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and wash hands after pruning.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats anthurium eminens?

Toxic to cats and dogs. Anthurium is listed by the ASPCA as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, swelling of the mouth and tongue, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and wash hands after pruning. 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 eminens.

What should I do if my cat ate anthurium eminens?

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 eminens toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to anthurium eminens?

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 eminens pet-safety