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Is Anubias hastifolia toxic to cats?

Anubias hastifolia

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists anubias hastifolia 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 hastifolia is in 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 hastifolia

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

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

Is anubias hastifolia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is anubias hastifolia toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists anubias hastifolia 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 hastifolia is in 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 hastifolia?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA. Anubias hastifolia is in 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 hastifolia.

What should I do if my cat ate anubias hastifolia?

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 hastifolia toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to anubias hastifolia?

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 hastifolia pet-safety