Is Cotyledon Orbiculata toxic to cats?

Yes — cotyledon orbiculata 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, dogs and livestock. All parts of Cotyledon orbiculata contain cardiac glycosides (bufadienolides such as orbicusides and cotyledontoxin); documented canine poisoning includes severe bradycardia and cardiac arrhythmia, and the plant causes the fatal livestock syndrome 'krimpsiekte'. Though not individually itemised by the ASPCA, its toxicity is well established. Keep away from pets and seek veterinary care immediately if eaten.

Toxic to cats, dogs and livestock. All parts of Cotyledon orbiculata contain cardiac glycosides (bufadienolides such as orbicusides and cotyledontoxin); documented canine poisoning includes severe bradycardia and cardiac arrhythmia, and the plant causes the fatal livestock syndrome 'krimpsiekte'. Though not individually itemised by the ASPCA, its toxicity is well established. Keep away from pets and seek veterinary care immediately if eaten. 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 cotyledon orbiculata.

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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cotyledon Orbiculata is toxic to dogs as well. See the full cotyledon orbiculata pet-safety guide for both species.

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.