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Is Anubias afzelii toxic to cats?

Anubias afzelii

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists anubias afzelii as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Not individually listed by the ASPCA. Anubias afzelii belongs to the arum family (Araceae), which the ASPCA lists as toxic to cats and dogs because of insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Treat with caution and verify with a vet; do not assume pet-safe.

What to do if your cat ate anubias afzelii

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

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

Is anubias afzelii toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is anubias afzelii toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists anubias afzelii as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Not individually listed by the ASPCA. Anubias afzelii belongs to the arum family (Araceae), which the ASPCA lists as toxic to cats and dogs because of insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Treat with caution and verify with a vet; do not assume pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats anubias afzelii?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA. Anubias afzelii belongs to the arum family (Araceae), which the ASPCA lists as toxic to cats and dogs because of insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Treat with caution and verify with a vet; do not assume pet-safe. 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 anubias afzelii.

What should I do if my cat ate anubias afzelii?

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 anubias afzelii toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Anubias afzelii is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full anubias afzelii pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to anubias afzelii?

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 anubias afzelii pet-safety