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Is Cylindric Arum toxic to cats?

Arum cylindraceum

Toxic to cats

Yes — cylindric arum 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. The ASPCA lists the Arum genus as toxic to dogs and cats. All parts contain calcium oxalate crystals and potentially irritant alkaloids; the scarlet berries are particularly hazardous. Ingestion causes oral pain, drooling, vomiting, and swelling — seek veterinary advice immediately.

What to do if your cat ate cylindric arum

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

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

Is cylindric arum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is cylindric arum toxic to cats?

Yes — cylindric arum is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists the Arum genus as toxic to dogs and cats. All parts contain calcium oxalate crystals and potentially irritant alkaloids; the scarlet berries are particularly hazardous. Ingestion causes oral pain, drooling, vomiting, and swelling — seek veterinary advice immediately.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats cylindric arum?

The ASPCA lists the Arum genus as toxic to dogs and cats. All parts contain calcium oxalate crystals and potentially irritant alkaloids; the scarlet berries are particularly hazardous. Ingestion causes oral pain, drooling, vomiting, and swelling — seek veterinary advice immediately. 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 cylindric arum.

What should I do if my cat ate cylindric arum?

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 cylindric arum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cylindric Arum is toxic to dogs as well. See the full cylindric arum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to cylindric arum?

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 cylindric arum pet-safety