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Is Daylily 'Nile Crane' toxic to cats?

Hemerocallis 'Nile Crane'

Toxic to cats

Yes — daylily 'nile crane' 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. All Hemerocallis (daylily) cultivars, including 'Nile Crane', are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats. Any ingestion — even small quantities of pollen or leaves — can lead to acute kidney failure in cats, which can be fatal within 24-72 hours without treatment. Consult a veterinarian immediately if cat exposure is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate daylily 'nile crane'

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

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

Is daylily 'nile crane' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is daylily 'nile crane' toxic to cats?

Yes — daylily 'nile crane' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All Hemerocallis (daylily) cultivars, including 'Nile Crane', are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats. Any ingestion — even small quantities of pollen or leaves — can lead to acute kidney failure in cats, which can be fatal within 24-72 hours without treatment. Consult a veterinarian immediately if cat exposure is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats daylily 'nile crane'?

All Hemerocallis (daylily) cultivars, including 'Nile Crane', are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats. Any ingestion — even small quantities of pollen or leaves — can lead to acute kidney failure in cats, which can be fatal within 24-72 hours without treatment. Consult a veterinarian immediately if cat exposure is suspected. 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 'nile crane'.

What should I do if my cat ate daylily 'nile crane'?

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 'nile crane' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Daylily 'Nile Crane' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full daylily 'nile crane' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to daylily 'nile crane'?

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 daylily 'nile crane' pet-safety