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Is Anthurium ochranthum toxic to cats?

Anthurium ochranthum

Toxic to cats

Yes — anthurium ochranthum 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 to both species due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, profuse drooling, swelling of the lips, tongue and throat, and difficulty swallowing. Wear gloves when handling the sap.

What to do if your cat ate anthurium ochranthum

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

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

Is anthurium ochranthum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is anthurium ochranthum toxic to cats?

Yes — anthurium ochranthum 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 to both species due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, profuse drooling, swelling of the lips, tongue and throat, and difficulty swallowing. Wear gloves when handling the sap.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats anthurium ochranthum?

Toxic to cats and dogs. Anthurium is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to both species due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, profuse drooling, swelling of the lips, tongue and throat, and difficulty swallowing. Wear gloves when handling the sap. 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 ochranthum.

What should I do if my cat ate anthurium ochranthum?

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 ochranthum toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to anthurium ochranthum?

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 ochranthum pet-safety