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Is Autumn Arum toxic to cats?

Arum pictum

Toxic to cats

Yes — autumn 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. Arum species are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts of Arum pictum contain calcium oxalate crystals and other irritants; the berries are highly dangerous. Ingestion causes oral burning, excessive drooling, vomiting, and mucosal swelling — veterinary care required.

What to do if your cat ate autumn arum

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

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

Is autumn arum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is autumn arum toxic to cats?

Yes — autumn arum is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Arum species are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts of Arum pictum contain calcium oxalate crystals and other irritants; the berries are highly dangerous. Ingestion causes oral burning, excessive drooling, vomiting, and mucosal swelling — veterinary care required.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats autumn arum?

Arum species are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts of Arum pictum contain calcium oxalate crystals and other irritants; the berries are highly dangerous. Ingestion causes oral burning, excessive drooling, vomiting, and mucosal swelling — veterinary care required. 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 autumn arum.

What should I do if my cat ate autumn 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 autumn arum toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to autumn 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 autumn arum pet-safety