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Is Begonia solananthera toxic to cats?

Begonia solananthera

Toxic to cats

Yes — begonia solananthera 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 Begonia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; soluble calcium oxalates, concentrated in the underground parts, are the toxic principle. Ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, and vomiting. Hang or site it where pets cannot reach the trailing stems, and contact a vet if chewed.

What to do if your cat ate begonia solananthera

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

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

Is begonia solananthera toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is begonia solananthera toxic to cats?

Yes — begonia solananthera 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 Begonia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; soluble calcium oxalates, concentrated in the underground parts, are the toxic principle. Ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, and vomiting. Hang or site it where pets cannot reach the trailing stems, and contact a vet if chewed.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats begonia solananthera?

The ASPCA lists Begonia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; soluble calcium oxalates, concentrated in the underground parts, are the toxic principle. Ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, and vomiting. Hang or site it where pets cannot reach the trailing stems, and contact a vet if chewed. 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 solananthera.

What should I do if my cat ate begonia solananthera?

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 solananthera toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to begonia solananthera?

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 solananthera pet-safety