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Is Autumn Daffodil toxic to cats?

Sternbergia lutea

Toxic to cats

Yes — autumn daffodil 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. Sternbergia lutea belongs to Amaryllidaceae and its bulbs contain Amaryllidaceae alkaloids including lycorine and sternbergine. These alkaloids are the same class of toxic compounds found in Narcissus (daffodil) and Amaryllis, which the ASPCA classifies as toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, and weakness. The bulbs are the most toxic part. Consult a vet immediately if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate autumn daffodil

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

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

Is autumn daffodil toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is autumn daffodil toxic to cats?

Yes — autumn daffodil is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Sternbergia lutea belongs to Amaryllidaceae and its bulbs contain Amaryllidaceae alkaloids including lycorine and sternbergine. These alkaloids are the same class of toxic compounds found in Narcissus (daffodil) and Amaryllis, which the ASPCA classifies as toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, and weakness. The bulbs are the most toxic part. Consult a vet immediately if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats autumn daffodil?

Sternbergia lutea belongs to Amaryllidaceae and its bulbs contain Amaryllidaceae alkaloids including lycorine and sternbergine. These alkaloids are the same class of toxic compounds found in Narcissus (daffodil) and Amaryllis, which the ASPCA classifies as toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, and weakness. The bulbs are the most toxic part. Consult a vet immediately if ingestion is suspected. 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 daffodil.

What should I do if my cat ate autumn daffodil?

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 daffodil toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to autumn daffodil?

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 daffodil pet-safety