Pet safety
Is Atlantic Wild Indigo toxic to cats?
Baptisia alba var. macrophylla
Yes — atlantic wild indigo 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. Contains quinolizidine alkaloids, primarily cytisine, which are toxic to dogs, cats, and livestock. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, gastrointestinal spasms, and nausea. The bitter taste generally deters consumption but pets should be kept away from all plant parts. Note: Baptisia leucantha is now treated as a synonym for Baptisia alba var. macrophylla by most authorities.
What to do if your cat ate atlantic wild indigo
- Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move atlantic wild indigo out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of atlantic wild indigo to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten atlantic wild indigo, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is atlantic wild indigo toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is atlantic wild indigo toxic to cats?
Yes — atlantic wild indigo is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Contains quinolizidine alkaloids, primarily cytisine, which are toxic to dogs, cats, and livestock. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, gastrointestinal spasms, and nausea. The bitter taste generally deters consumption but pets should be kept away from all plant parts. Note: Baptisia leucantha is now treated as a synonym for Baptisia alba var. macrophylla by most authorities.
What are the symptoms if a cat eats atlantic wild indigo?
Contains quinolizidine alkaloids, primarily cytisine, which are toxic to dogs, cats, and livestock. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, gastrointestinal spasms, and nausea. The bitter taste generally deters consumption but pets should be kept away from all plant parts. Note: Baptisia leucantha is now treated as a synonym for Baptisia alba var. macrophylla by most authorities. 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 atlantic wild indigo.
What should I do if my cat ate atlantic wild indigo?
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 atlantic wild indigo toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Atlantic Wild Indigo is toxic to dogs as well. See the full atlantic wild indigo pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a cat-safe alternative to atlantic wild indigo?
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 atlantic wild indigo pet-safety
- Is atlantic wild indigo toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is atlantic wild indigo toxic to dogs?
- My cat ate atlantic wild indigo — emergency steps
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete atlantic wild indigo care guide