Growli
Let's go

Pet safety

Is Blushing Arisaema toxic to cats?

Arisaema erubescens

Toxic to cats

Yes — blushing arisaema 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. Arisaema erubescens contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphides throughout all plant parts, consistent with the Araceae family. Ingestion causes intense oral pain, burning, excessive drooling, and swelling in dogs, cats, and people. The ASPCA lists the Arisaema genus as toxic. Keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate blushing arisaema

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

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

Is blushing arisaema toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is blushing arisaema toxic to cats?

Yes — blushing arisaema is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Arisaema erubescens contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphides throughout all plant parts, consistent with the Araceae family. Ingestion causes intense oral pain, burning, excessive drooling, and swelling in dogs, cats, and people. The ASPCA lists the Arisaema genus as toxic. Keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats blushing arisaema?

Arisaema erubescens contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphides throughout all plant parts, consistent with the Araceae family. Ingestion causes intense oral pain, burning, excessive drooling, and swelling in dogs, cats, and people. The ASPCA lists the Arisaema genus as toxic. 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 blushing arisaema.

What should I do if my cat ate blushing arisaema?

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 blushing arisaema toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Blushing Arisaema is toxic to dogs as well. See the full blushing arisaema pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to blushing arisaema?

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 blushing arisaema pet-safety