Is Anthurium gracile toxic to cats?

Yes — anthurium gracile 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 classifies Anthurium as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; the showy red berries and foliage cause oral irritation, mouth and tongue swelling, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed. The colourful fruit is especially tempting, so keep it away from pets and children.

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies Anthurium as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; the showy red berries and foliage cause oral irritation, mouth and tongue swelling, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed. The colourful fruit is especially tempting, so keep it away from 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 gracile.

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.

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

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.