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Is Colocasia Crown of Tonga toxic to cats?

Colocasia esculenta 'Crown of Tonga'

Toxic to cats

Yes — colocasia crown of tonga 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Colocasia esculenta (elephant's ear/taro) as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Chewing the raw plant causes intense oral burning, swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate colocasia crown of tonga

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

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

Is colocasia crown of tonga toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is colocasia crown of tonga toxic to cats?

Yes — colocasia crown of tonga is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Colocasia esculenta (elephant's ear/taro) as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Chewing the raw plant causes intense oral burning, swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats colocasia crown of tonga?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Colocasia esculenta (elephant's ear/taro) as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Chewing the raw plant causes intense oral burning, swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets. 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 crown of tonga.

What should I do if my cat ate colocasia crown of tonga?

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 crown of tonga toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Colocasia Crown of Tonga is toxic to dogs as well. See the full colocasia crown of tonga pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to colocasia crown of tonga?

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 crown of tonga pet-safety