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Is Anthurium metallicum toxic to cats?

Anthurium metallicum

Toxic to cats

Yes — anthurium metallicum 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. As an Anthurium it is covered by the ASPCA's toxic Anthurium listing; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing when chewed. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate anthurium metallicum

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

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

Is anthurium metallicum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is anthurium metallicum toxic to cats?

Yes — anthurium metallicum 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. As an Anthurium it is covered by the ASPCA's toxic Anthurium listing; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing when chewed. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats anthurium metallicum?

Toxic to cats and dogs. As an Anthurium it is covered by the ASPCA's toxic Anthurium listing; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing when chewed. Keep out of reach of pets. 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 metallicum.

What should I do if my cat ate anthurium metallicum?

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 metallicum toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to anthurium metallicum?

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 metallicum pet-safety