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Is Celadine Frangipani toxic to cats?

Plumeria rubra 'Celadine'

Toxic to cats

Yes — celadine frangipani 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. Contains the toxic milky latex sap characteristic of all Plumeria rubra cultivars, present throughout bark, stems, and leaves. ASPCA lists Plumeria as toxic to dogs and cats, causing vomiting, diarrhoea, and drooling upon ingestion. Sap is also a significant skin and mucous-membrane irritant in humans. Wear gloves when pruning.

What to do if your cat ate celadine frangipani

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

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

Is celadine frangipani toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is celadine frangipani toxic to cats?

Yes — celadine frangipani is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Contains the toxic milky latex sap characteristic of all Plumeria rubra cultivars, present throughout bark, stems, and leaves. ASPCA lists Plumeria as toxic to dogs and cats, causing vomiting, diarrhoea, and drooling upon ingestion. Sap is also a significant skin and mucous-membrane irritant in humans. Wear gloves when pruning.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats celadine frangipani?

Contains the toxic milky latex sap characteristic of all Plumeria rubra cultivars, present throughout bark, stems, and leaves. ASPCA lists Plumeria as toxic to dogs and cats, causing vomiting, diarrhoea, and drooling upon ingestion. Sap is also a significant skin and mucous-membrane irritant in humans. Wear gloves when pruning. 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 celadine frangipani.

What should I do if my cat ate celadine frangipani?

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 celadine frangipani toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Celadine Frangipani is toxic to dogs as well. See the full celadine frangipani pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to celadine frangipani?

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.

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