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Is Luxurians Anthurium toxic to cats?

Anthurium luxurians

Toxic to cats

Yes — luxurians 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. Anthurium luxurians is not individually named on the ASPCA database, but every listed Anthurium (under Anthurium scherzeranum: flamingo flower, tail flower, etc.) is classified toxic to dogs, cats and horses, and as an aroid (Araceae) this species contains the same insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of pets' reach and verify with a vet if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate luxurians anthurium

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

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

Is luxurians anthurium toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is luxurians anthurium toxic to cats?

Yes — luxurians 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. Anthurium luxurians is not individually named on the ASPCA database, but every listed Anthurium (under Anthurium scherzeranum: flamingo flower, tail flower, etc.) is classified toxic to dogs, cats and horses, and as an aroid (Araceae) this species contains the same insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of pets' reach and verify with a vet if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats luxurians anthurium?

Toxic to cats and dogs. Anthurium luxurians is not individually named on the ASPCA database, but every listed Anthurium (under Anthurium scherzeranum: flamingo flower, tail flower, etc.) is classified toxic to dogs, cats and horses, and as an aroid (Araceae) this species contains the same insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of pets' reach and verify with a vet if ingestion is suspected. 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 luxurians anthurium.

What should I do if my cat ate luxurians 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 luxurians anthurium toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to luxurians 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.

Full luxurians anthurium pet-safety