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Is Begonia aconitifolia toxic to cats?

Begonia aconitifolia

Toxic to cats

Yes — begonia aconitifolia 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. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground portions; ingestion causes vomiting and salivation, with kidney failure possible in grazing animals. Keep this cane begonia away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate begonia aconitifolia

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

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

Is begonia aconitifolia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is begonia aconitifolia toxic to cats?

Yes — begonia aconitifolia is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground portions; ingestion causes vomiting and salivation, with kidney failure possible in grazing animals. Keep this cane begonia away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats begonia aconitifolia?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground portions; ingestion causes vomiting and salivation, with kidney failure possible in grazing animals. Keep this cane begonia away from pets. 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 begonia aconitifolia.

What should I do if my cat ate begonia aconitifolia?

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 begonia aconitifolia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Begonia aconitifolia is toxic to dogs as well. See the full begonia aconitifolia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to begonia aconitifolia?

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 begonia aconitifolia pet-safety