Is Cryptocoryne spiralis toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists cryptocoryne spiralis as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, so its status is undetermined; treat with caution and verify with a vet. As a Cryptocoryne in the Araceae family, its tissues contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; pets chewing emersed leaves could experience oral irritation, drooling or vomiting. Never claim pet-safe without ASPCA confirmation.

Not individually listed by the ASPCA, so its status is undetermined; treat with caution and verify with a vet. As a Cryptocoryne in the Araceae family, its tissues contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; pets chewing emersed leaves could experience oral irritation, drooling or vomiting. Never claim pet-safe without ASPCA confirmation. 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 cryptocoryne spiralis.

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: Cryptocoryne spiralis is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full cryptocoryne spiralis 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.