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Is Caladium Florida Elise toxic to cats?

Caladium 'Florida Elise'

Toxic to cats

Yes — caladium florida elise 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. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Caladium contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. The tubers are the most concentrated part; keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate caladium florida elise

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

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

Is caladium florida elise toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is caladium florida elise toxic to cats?

Yes — caladium florida elise is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Caladium contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. The tubers are the most concentrated part; keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats caladium florida elise?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Caladium contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. The tubers are the most concentrated part; 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 caladium florida elise.

What should I do if my cat ate caladium florida elise?

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 caladium florida elise toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Caladium Florida Elise is toxic to dogs as well. See the full caladium florida elise pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to caladium florida elise?

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 caladium florida elise pet-safety