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Is Bulbous Corydalis toxic to cats?

Corydalis bulbosa

Toxic to cats

Yes — bulbous corydalis 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. Corydalis species contain isoquinoline alkaloids (including corydaline and bulbocapnine) throughout all plant parts, including the tuber. These alkaloids are toxic to dogs and cats, with reported effects including ataxia, tremors, and cardiovascular depression. ASPCA lists Corydalis as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Keep pets away from all plant parts, particularly the tubers.

What to do if your cat ate bulbous corydalis

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

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

Is bulbous corydalis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is bulbous corydalis toxic to cats?

Yes — bulbous corydalis is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Corydalis species contain isoquinoline alkaloids (including corydaline and bulbocapnine) throughout all plant parts, including the tuber. These alkaloids are toxic to dogs and cats, with reported effects including ataxia, tremors, and cardiovascular depression. ASPCA lists Corydalis as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Keep pets away from all plant parts, particularly the tubers.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats bulbous corydalis?

Corydalis species contain isoquinoline alkaloids (including corydaline and bulbocapnine) throughout all plant parts, including the tuber. These alkaloids are toxic to dogs and cats, with reported effects including ataxia, tremors, and cardiovascular depression. ASPCA lists Corydalis as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Keep pets away from all plant parts, particularly the tubers. 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 bulbous corydalis.

What should I do if my cat ate bulbous corydalis?

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 bulbous corydalis toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Bulbous Corydalis is toxic to dogs as well. See the full bulbous corydalis pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to bulbous corydalis?

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 bulbous corydalis pet-safety