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Is Begonia 'Midnight Magic' toxic to cats?

Begonia rex-cultorum 'Midnight Magic'

Toxic to cats

Yes — begonia 'midnight magic' 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 lists Rex Begonia as toxic to cats and dogs; the toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, with the most toxic part underground (rhizome/tubers). Ingestion causes vomiting and salivation, with kidney effects in grazing animals. Keep away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate begonia 'midnight magic'

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

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

Is begonia 'midnight magic' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is begonia 'midnight magic' toxic to cats?

Yes — begonia 'midnight magic' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Rex Begonia as toxic to cats and dogs; the toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, with the most toxic part underground (rhizome/tubers). Ingestion causes vomiting and salivation, with kidney effects in grazing animals. Keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats begonia 'midnight magic'?

The ASPCA lists Rex Begonia as toxic to cats and dogs; the toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, with the most toxic part underground (rhizome/tubers). Ingestion causes vomiting and salivation, with kidney effects in grazing animals. Keep 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 'midnight magic'.

What should I do if my cat ate begonia 'midnight magic'?

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 'midnight magic' toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to begonia 'midnight magic'?

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 'midnight magic' pet-safety