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Is Daylily 'Crimson Pirate' toxic to cats?

Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate'

Toxic to cats

Yes — daylily 'crimson pirate' 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. Hemerocallis (daylily) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats; all plant parts — including leaves, flowers, pollen, and roots — can cause acute kidney failure in cats, which may be fatal. Dogs may experience vomiting and lethargy. This plant is unsafe for gardens shared with cats.

What to do if your cat ate daylily 'crimson pirate'

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

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

Is daylily 'crimson pirate' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is daylily 'crimson pirate' toxic to cats?

Yes — daylily 'crimson pirate' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Hemerocallis (daylily) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats; all plant parts — including leaves, flowers, pollen, and roots — can cause acute kidney failure in cats, which may be fatal. Dogs may experience vomiting and lethargy. This plant is unsafe for gardens shared with cats.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats daylily 'crimson pirate'?

Hemerocallis (daylily) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats; all plant parts — including leaves, flowers, pollen, and roots — can cause acute kidney failure in cats, which may be fatal. Dogs may experience vomiting and lethargy. This plant is unsafe for gardens shared with cats. 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 daylily 'crimson pirate'.

What should I do if my cat ate daylily 'crimson pirate'?

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 daylily 'crimson pirate' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Daylily 'Crimson Pirate' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full daylily 'crimson pirate' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to daylily 'crimson pirate'?

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.

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