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Is Colocasia Black Coral toxic to cats?

Colocasia esculenta 'Black Coral'

Toxic to cats

Yes — colocasia black coral 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 Colocasia (elephant ear / taro) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxin is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral irritation, profuse drooling, vomiting, and painful swallowing on chewing, with possible airway swelling. Site out of pets' reach and wash hands after handling.

What to do if your cat ate colocasia black coral

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

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

Is colocasia black coral toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is colocasia black coral toxic to cats?

Yes — colocasia black coral is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Colocasia (elephant ear / taro) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxin is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral irritation, profuse drooling, vomiting, and painful swallowing on chewing, with possible airway swelling. Site out of pets' reach and wash hands after handling.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats colocasia black coral?

ASPCA lists Colocasia (elephant ear / taro) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxin is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral irritation, profuse drooling, vomiting, and painful swallowing on chewing, with possible airway swelling. Site out of pets' reach and wash hands after handling. 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 colocasia black coral.

What should I do if my cat ate colocasia black coral?

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 colocasia black coral toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Colocasia Black Coral is toxic to dogs as well. See the full colocasia black coral pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to colocasia black coral?

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 colocasia black coral pet-safety