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Is Araza toxic to cats?

Eugenia stipitata

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists araza 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. Eugenia stipitata fruit is consumed extensively across the Amazon region and is non-toxic to humans. The species is not individually listed by ASPCA. No toxic principles are documented in the botanical literature for this species. As a precaution, keep fruits and foliage away from pets and consult a vet if ingestion occurs, as the Myrtaceae family may contain mild essential oil irritants.

What to do if your cat ate araza

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

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

Is araza toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is araza toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists araza 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. Eugenia stipitata fruit is consumed extensively across the Amazon region and is non-toxic to humans. The species is not individually listed by ASPCA. No toxic principles are documented in the botanical literature for this species. As a precaution, keep fruits and foliage away from pets and consult a vet if ingestion occurs, as the Myrtaceae family may contain mild essential oil irritants.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats araza?

Eugenia stipitata fruit is consumed extensively across the Amazon region and is non-toxic to humans. The species is not individually listed by ASPCA. No toxic principles are documented in the botanical literature for this species. As a precaution, keep fruits and foliage away from pets and consult a vet if ingestion occurs, as the Myrtaceae family may contain mild essential oil irritants. 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 araza.

What should I do if my cat ate araza?

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 araza toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to araza?

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 araza pet-safety