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Is Culantro toxic to cats?

Eryngium foetidum

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists culantro 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. Eryngium foetidum is not individually listed by the ASPCA and the genus has no established ASPCA stance, with sources conflicting on whether Eryngium can upset cats; status is therefore uncertain. Treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming it is pet-safe.

What to do if your cat ate culantro

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

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

Is culantro toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is culantro toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists culantro 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. Eryngium foetidum is not individually listed by the ASPCA and the genus has no established ASPCA stance, with sources conflicting on whether Eryngium can upset cats; status is therefore uncertain. Treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming it is pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats culantro?

Eryngium foetidum is not individually listed by the ASPCA and the genus has no established ASPCA stance, with sources conflicting on whether Eryngium can upset cats; status is therefore uncertain. Treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming it is pet-safe. 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 culantro.

What should I do if my cat ate culantro?

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 culantro toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to culantro?

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 culantro pet-safety