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Is Chinese Angelica toxic to cats?

Angelica sinensis

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists chinese angelica 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. Angelica sinensis is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The plant contains furanocoumarins (psoralens) that cause phototoxic skin reactions — sap plus sunlight causes burns. It also contains compounds with oestrogenic and anticoagulant activity; not safe for pregnant humans or animals. Ingestion of large quantities may cause GI upset and photosensitivity in pets. Treat as mildly toxic out of caution; keep away from dogs and cats.

What to do if your cat ate chinese angelica

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

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

Is chinese angelica toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is chinese angelica toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists chinese angelica 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. Angelica sinensis is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The plant contains furanocoumarins (psoralens) that cause phototoxic skin reactions — sap plus sunlight causes burns. It also contains compounds with oestrogenic and anticoagulant activity; not safe for pregnant humans or animals. Ingestion of large quantities may cause GI upset and photosensitivity in pets. Treat as mildly toxic out of caution; keep away from dogs and cats.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats chinese angelica?

Angelica sinensis is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The plant contains furanocoumarins (psoralens) that cause phototoxic skin reactions — sap plus sunlight causes burns. It also contains compounds with oestrogenic and anticoagulant activity; not safe for pregnant humans or animals. Ingestion of large quantities may cause GI upset and photosensitivity in pets. Treat as mildly toxic out of caution; keep away from dogs and cats. 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 chinese angelica.

What should I do if my cat ate chinese angelica?

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 chinese angelica toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Chinese Angelica is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full chinese angelica pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to chinese angelica?

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 chinese angelica pet-safety