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Is Black Calla Lily toxic to cats?

Zantedeschia 'Black Star'

Toxic to cats

Yes — black calla lily 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. All Zantedeschia hybrids, including 'Black Star', belong to Araceae and contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphide crystals throughout all plant parts. Ingestion by cats, dogs, or humans causes immediate oral irritation, intense burning sensation, drooling, vomiting, and swelling. ASPCA lists Zantedeschia (calla lily) as toxic to cats and dogs. Keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate black calla lily

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

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

Is black calla lily toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is black calla lily toxic to cats?

Yes — black calla lily is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All Zantedeschia hybrids, including 'Black Star', belong to Araceae and contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphide crystals throughout all plant parts. Ingestion by cats, dogs, or humans causes immediate oral irritation, intense burning sensation, drooling, vomiting, and swelling. ASPCA lists Zantedeschia (calla lily) as toxic to cats and dogs. Keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats black calla lily?

All Zantedeschia hybrids, including 'Black Star', belong to Araceae and contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphide crystals throughout all plant parts. Ingestion by cats, dogs, or humans causes immediate oral irritation, intense burning sensation, drooling, vomiting, and swelling. ASPCA lists Zantedeschia (calla lily) as toxic to cats and dogs. Keep away from pets and children. 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 black calla lily.

What should I do if my cat ate black calla lily?

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 black calla lily toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Black Calla Lily is toxic to dogs as well. See the full black calla lily pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to black calla lily?

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 black calla lily pet-safety