Is Baines' Cyphostemma toxic to cats?

Yes — baines' cyphostemma is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As with other Cyphostemma species, the berries and plant tissue of C. bainesii are reported to be toxic and should not be consumed by humans or animals. The genus belongs to Vitaceae but unlike edible grapes the berries are not safe. Cyphostemma bainesii is not individually listed by ASPCA; the plant should be treated as toxic and kept away from pets and children based on the genus's documented fruit toxicity.

As with other Cyphostemma species, the berries and plant tissue of C. bainesii are reported to be toxic and should not be consumed by humans or animals. The genus belongs to Vitaceae but unlike edible grapes the berries are not safe. Cyphostemma bainesii is not individually listed by ASPCA; the plant should be treated as toxic and kept away from pets and children based on the genus's documented fruit toxicity. 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 baines' cyphostemma.

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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Baines' Cyphostemma is toxic to dogs as well. See the full baines' cyphostemma pet-safety guide for both species.

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.