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Is Broad-leaved Anubias toxic to cats?

Anubias barteri

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists broad-leaved anubias 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. Anubias barteri belongs to the family Araceae and contains calcium oxalate crystals, as is typical of aroids. ASPCA lists the Araceae family as toxic to cats and dogs, causing oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed. Considered mildly toxic — not life-threatening but keep away from pets that chew aquarium plants.

What to do if your cat ate broad-leaved anubias

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move broad-leaved anubias 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 broad-leaved anubias to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is broad-leaved anubias toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is broad-leaved anubias toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists broad-leaved anubias 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. Anubias barteri belongs to the family Araceae and contains calcium oxalate crystals, as is typical of aroids. ASPCA lists the Araceae family as toxic to cats and dogs, causing oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed. Considered mildly toxic — not life-threatening but keep away from pets that chew aquarium plants.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats broad-leaved anubias?

Anubias barteri belongs to the family Araceae and contains calcium oxalate crystals, as is typical of aroids. ASPCA lists the Araceae family as toxic to cats and dogs, causing oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed. Considered mildly toxic — not life-threatening but keep away from pets that chew aquarium plants. 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 broad-leaved anubias.

What should I do if my cat ate broad-leaved anubias?

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 broad-leaved anubias toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Broad-leaved Anubias is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full broad-leaved anubias pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to broad-leaved anubias?

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 broad-leaved anubias pet-safety