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Is Cuban Oregano toxic to cats?

Plectranthus amboinicus

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists cuban oregano 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. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Cuban oregano (Plectranthus amboinicus) is not individually listed by the ASPCA, and the broader Plectranthus/Coleus group has been flagged for mild toxicity in pets; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Keep ingestion by cats and dogs to a minimum.

What to do if your cat ate cuban oregano

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

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

Is cuban oregano toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is cuban oregano toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists cuban oregano 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. Cuban oregano (Plectranthus amboinicus) is not individually listed by the ASPCA, and the broader Plectranthus/Coleus group has been flagged for mild toxicity in pets; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Keep ingestion by cats and dogs to a minimum.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats cuban oregano?

Cuban oregano (Plectranthus amboinicus) is not individually listed by the ASPCA, and the broader Plectranthus/Coleus group has been flagged for mild toxicity in pets; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Keep ingestion by cats and dogs to a minimum. 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 cuban oregano.

What should I do if my cat ate cuban oregano?

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 cuban oregano toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cuban Oregano is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full cuban oregano pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to cuban oregano?

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 cuban oregano pet-safety