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Is Byzantine Meadow Saffron toxic to cats?

Colchicum byzantinum

Toxic to cats

Yes — byzantine meadow saffron 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. The ASPCA lists Colchicum (Autumn Crocus) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Colchicum byzantinum, like all species in the genus, contains high concentrations of colchicine throughout every part of the plant; ingestion can cause multi-organ failure and is potentially fatal. Treat as extremely hazardous to pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate byzantine meadow saffron

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

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

Is byzantine meadow saffron toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is byzantine meadow saffron toxic to cats?

Yes — byzantine meadow saffron is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Colchicum (Autumn Crocus) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Colchicum byzantinum, like all species in the genus, contains high concentrations of colchicine throughout every part of the plant; ingestion can cause multi-organ failure and is potentially fatal. Treat as extremely hazardous to pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats byzantine meadow saffron?

The ASPCA lists Colchicum (Autumn Crocus) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Colchicum byzantinum, like all species in the genus, contains high concentrations of colchicine throughout every part of the plant; ingestion can cause multi-organ failure and is potentially fatal. Treat as extremely hazardous to 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 byzantine meadow saffron.

What should I do if my cat ate byzantine meadow saffron?

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 byzantine meadow saffron toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Byzantine Meadow Saffron is toxic to dogs as well. See the full byzantine meadow saffron pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to byzantine meadow saffron?

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 byzantine meadow saffron pet-safety