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Is Orange River Lily toxic to cats?

Crinum bulbispermum

Toxic to cats

Yes — orange river lily 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 Crinum as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All parts of Crinum bulbispermum contain lycorine and other Amaryllidaceae alkaloids; ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, cardiovascular effects.

What to do if your cat ate orange river lily

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

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

Is orange river lily toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is orange river lily toxic to cats?

Yes — orange river lily 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 Crinum as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All parts of Crinum bulbispermum contain lycorine and other Amaryllidaceae alkaloids; ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, cardiovascular effects.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats orange river lily?

The ASPCA lists Crinum as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All parts of Crinum bulbispermum contain lycorine and other Amaryllidaceae alkaloids; ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, cardiovascular effects. 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 orange river lily.

What should I do if my cat ate orange river lily?

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 orange river lily toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Orange River Lily is toxic to dogs as well. See the full orange river lily pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to orange river lily?

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 orange river lily pet-safety