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Is Crassula Falcata toxic to cats?

Crassula falcata

Toxic to cats

Yes — crassula falcata 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 lists Crassula (jade) as toxic to cats and dogs, citing vomiting, depression and incoordination; the toxic principle is listed as unknown (bufadienolide-type cardiac glycosides are suspected). Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate crassula falcata

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

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

Is crassula falcata toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is crassula falcata toxic to cats?

Yes — crassula falcata is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Crassula (jade) as toxic to cats and dogs, citing vomiting, depression and incoordination; the toxic principle is listed as unknown (bufadienolide-type cardiac glycosides are suspected). Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats crassula falcata?

The ASPCA lists Crassula (jade) as toxic to cats and dogs, citing vomiting, depression and incoordination; the toxic principle is listed as unknown (bufadienolide-type cardiac glycosides are suspected). Keep out of reach of 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 crassula falcata.

What should I do if my cat ate crassula falcata?

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 crassula falcata toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Crassula Falcata is toxic to dogs as well. See the full crassula falcata pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to crassula falcata?

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 crassula falcata pet-safety