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Is dark form scindapsus toxic to cats?

Scindapsus treubii

Toxic to cats

Yes — dark form scindapsus 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. Scindapsus treubii belongs to the Araceae family and, like Scindapsus pictus (listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses), contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral irritation, burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing in pets and humans. Not individually listed by ASPCA under this species name, but shares the same toxic mechanism as related Scindapsus species.

What to do if your cat ate dark form scindapsus

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

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

Is dark form scindapsus toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is dark form scindapsus toxic to cats?

Yes — dark form scindapsus is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Scindapsus treubii belongs to the Araceae family and, like Scindapsus pictus (listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses), contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral irritation, burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing in pets and humans. Not individually listed by ASPCA under this species name, but shares the same toxic mechanism as related Scindapsus species.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats dark form scindapsus?

Scindapsus treubii belongs to the Araceae family and, like Scindapsus pictus (listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses), contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral irritation, burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing in pets and humans. Not individually listed by ASPCA under this species name, but shares the same toxic mechanism as related Scindapsus species. 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 dark form scindapsus.

What should I do if my cat ate dark form scindapsus?

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 dark form scindapsus toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to dark form scindapsus?

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 dark form scindapsus pet-safety