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Is Colocasia Fontanesii toxic to cats?

Colocasia esculenta 'Fontanesii'

Toxic to cats

Yes — colocasia fontanesii 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 classifies Colocasia (elephant's ear) as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion of the raw plant causes oral burning, intense drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate colocasia fontanesii

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

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

Is colocasia fontanesii toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is colocasia fontanesii toxic to cats?

Yes — colocasia fontanesii is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA classifies Colocasia (elephant's ear) as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion of the raw plant causes oral burning, intense drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats colocasia fontanesii?

The ASPCA classifies Colocasia (elephant's ear) as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion of the raw plant causes oral burning, intense drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from 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 colocasia fontanesii.

What should I do if my cat ate colocasia fontanesii?

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 fontanesii toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to colocasia fontanesii?

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 fontanesii pet-safety