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Is Autumn Pineapple Lily toxic to cats?

Eucomis autumnalis

Toxic to cats

Yes — autumn pineapple lily 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 classifies Eucomis as toxic to cats and dogs. Eucomis autumnalis is not currently listed on the ASPCA Toxic Plant database as toxic, and multiple sources describe Eucomis as non-toxic to pets. However, as a member of Amaryllidaceae — a family that widely contains lycorine and related alkaloids — the genus cannot be confidently classed as pet-safe without a definitive ASPCA listing. Classified as mildly toxic as a precaution; keep pets away from bulbs especially, which have the highest alkaloid concentration in this family.

What to do if your cat ate autumn pineapple lily

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

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

Is autumn pineapple lily toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is autumn pineapple lily toxic to cats?

Yes — autumn pineapple lily is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA classifies Eucomis as toxic to cats and dogs. Eucomis autumnalis is not currently listed on the ASPCA Toxic Plant database as toxic, and multiple sources describe Eucomis as non-toxic to pets. However, as a member of Amaryllidaceae — a family that widely contains lycorine and related alkaloids — the genus cannot be confidently classed as pet-safe without a definitive ASPCA listing. Classified as mildly toxic as a precaution; keep pets away from bulbs especially, which have the highest alkaloid concentration in this family.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats autumn pineapple lily?

The ASPCA classifies Eucomis as toxic to cats and dogs. Eucomis autumnalis is not currently listed on the ASPCA Toxic Plant database as toxic, and multiple sources describe Eucomis as non-toxic to pets. However, as a member of Amaryllidaceae — a family that widely contains lycorine and related alkaloids — the genus cannot be confidently classed as pet-safe without a definitive ASPCA listing. Classified as mildly toxic as a precaution; keep pets away from bulbs especially, which have the highest alkaloid concentration in this family. 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 pineapple lily.

What should I do if my cat ate autumn pineapple lily?

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 pineapple lily toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to autumn pineapple lily?

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 pineapple lily pet-safety