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Is Black Rose Aeonium toxic to cats?

Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists black rose aeonium as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Aeonium is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database, so a definitive ASPCA-grounded safe label cannot be given. It is widely regarded in horticulture as non-toxic, but because it is not ASPCA-confirmed, treat with caution, keep it out of pets' reach, and verify with a vet if a pet ingests it.

What to do if your cat ate black rose aeonium

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

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

Is black rose aeonium toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is black rose aeonium toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists black rose aeonium as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Aeonium is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database, so a definitive ASPCA-grounded safe label cannot be given. It is widely regarded in horticulture as non-toxic, but because it is not ASPCA-confirmed, treat with caution, keep it out of pets' reach, and verify with a vet if a pet ingests it.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats black rose aeonium?

Aeonium is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database, so a definitive ASPCA-grounded safe label cannot be given. It is widely regarded in horticulture as non-toxic, but because it is not ASPCA-confirmed, treat with caution, keep it out of pets' reach, and verify with a vet if a pet ingests it. 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 rose aeonium.

What should I do if my cat ate black rose aeonium?

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 rose aeonium toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Black Rose Aeonium is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full black rose aeonium pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to black rose aeonium?

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 rose aeonium pet-safety