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Is Caladium Gingerland toxic to cats?

Caladium 'Gingerland'

Toxic to cats

Yes — caladium gingerland 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 lists Caladium (Caladium hortulanum) as toxic to cats and dogs. The leaves and tuber contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. The tuber is especially potent, so keep it away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate caladium gingerland

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

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

Is caladium gingerland toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is caladium gingerland toxic to cats?

Yes — caladium gingerland is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Caladium (Caladium hortulanum) as toxic to cats and dogs. The leaves and tuber contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. The tuber is especially potent, so keep it away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats caladium gingerland?

ASPCA lists Caladium (Caladium hortulanum) as toxic to cats and dogs. The leaves and tuber contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. The tuber is especially potent, so keep it away from pets. 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 gingerland.

What should I do if my cat ate caladium gingerland?

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 gingerland toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to caladium gingerland?

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 gingerland pet-safety