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Is Affinis Taro toxic to cats?

Colocasia affinis

Toxic to cats

Yes — affinis taro 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. As a member of the Colocasia genus within Araceae, all parts of this plant contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. The ASPCA lists Colocasia esculenta as toxic to dogs and cats, and the same toxicity applies to C. affinis, causing oral irritation, drooling, and gastrointestinal upset if chewed or swallowed.

What to do if your cat ate affinis taro

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

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

Is affinis taro toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is affinis taro toxic to cats?

Yes — affinis taro is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As a member of the Colocasia genus within Araceae, all parts of this plant contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. The ASPCA lists Colocasia esculenta as toxic to dogs and cats, and the same toxicity applies to C. affinis, causing oral irritation, drooling, and gastrointestinal upset if chewed or swallowed.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats affinis taro?

As a member of the Colocasia genus within Araceae, all parts of this plant contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. The ASPCA lists Colocasia esculenta as toxic to dogs and cats, and the same toxicity applies to C. affinis, causing oral irritation, drooling, and gastrointestinal upset if chewed or swallowed. 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 affinis taro.

What should I do if my cat ate affinis taro?

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 affinis taro toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Affinis Taro is toxic to dogs as well. See the full affinis taro pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to affinis taro?

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 affinis taro pet-safety