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Is Moore's Crinum toxic to cats?

Crinum moorei

Toxic to cats

Yes — moore's crinum 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. Moore's Crinum contains lycorine and related Amaryllidaceae alkaloids throughout the plant, with the bulb carrying the highest concentration. Ingestion causes vomiting, salivation, and weakness.

What to do if your cat ate moore's crinum

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

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

Is moore's crinum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is moore's crinum toxic to cats?

Yes — moore's crinum 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. Moore's Crinum contains lycorine and related Amaryllidaceae alkaloids throughout the plant, with the bulb carrying the highest concentration. Ingestion causes vomiting, salivation, and weakness.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats moore's crinum?

The ASPCA lists Crinum as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Moore's Crinum contains lycorine and related Amaryllidaceae alkaloids throughout the plant, with the bulb carrying the highest concentration. Ingestion causes vomiting, salivation, and weakness. 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 moore's crinum.

What should I do if my cat ate moore's crinum?

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 moore's crinum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Moore's Crinum is toxic to dogs as well. See the full moore's crinum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to moore's crinum?

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 moore's crinum pet-safety