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Is Bastard Cobas toxic to cats?

Cyphostemma juttae

Toxic to cats

Yes — bastard cobas 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 berries of Cyphostemma juttae are reported as toxic and potentially severely so — they contain substances that cause vomiting and other toxic symptoms when ingested by humans or animals. Cyphostemma is not individually listed by ASPCA, but the fruit toxicity is well documented in horticultural literature. Keep berries and plant material strictly away from pets and children; do not ingest any part of the plant.

What to do if your cat ate bastard cobas

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

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

Is bastard cobas toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is bastard cobas toxic to cats?

Yes — bastard cobas is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The berries of Cyphostemma juttae are reported as toxic and potentially severely so — they contain substances that cause vomiting and other toxic symptoms when ingested by humans or animals. Cyphostemma is not individually listed by ASPCA, but the fruit toxicity is well documented in horticultural literature. Keep berries and plant material strictly away from pets and children; do not ingest any part of the plant.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats bastard cobas?

The berries of Cyphostemma juttae are reported as toxic and potentially severely so — they contain substances that cause vomiting and other toxic symptoms when ingested by humans or animals. Cyphostemma is not individually listed by ASPCA, but the fruit toxicity is well documented in horticultural literature. Keep berries and plant material strictly away from pets and children; do not ingest any part of the plant. 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 bastard cobas.

What should I do if my cat ate bastard cobas?

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 bastard cobas toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Bastard Cobas is toxic to dogs as well. See the full bastard cobas pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to bastard cobas?

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 bastard cobas pet-safety