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Is Dieffenbachia Memoria Corsii toxic to cats?

Dieffenbachia 'Memoria Corsii'

Toxic to cats

Yes — dieffenbachia memoria corsii 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. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Dieffenbachia contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral irritation, burning and swelling of the mouth, drooling, pain, difficulty swallowing and vomiting. Wear gloves with cut stems and keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate dieffenbachia memoria corsii

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

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

Is dieffenbachia memoria corsii toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is dieffenbachia memoria corsii toxic to cats?

Yes — dieffenbachia memoria corsii is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Dieffenbachia contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral irritation, burning and swelling of the mouth, drooling, pain, difficulty swallowing and vomiting. Wear gloves with cut stems and keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats dieffenbachia memoria corsii?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Dieffenbachia contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral irritation, burning and swelling of the mouth, drooling, pain, difficulty swallowing and vomiting. Wear gloves with cut stems and keep away from pets and children. 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 dieffenbachia memoria corsii.

What should I do if my cat ate dieffenbachia memoria corsii?

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 dieffenbachia memoria corsii toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Dieffenbachia Memoria Corsii is toxic to dogs as well. See the full dieffenbachia memoria corsii pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to dieffenbachia memoria corsii?

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 dieffenbachia memoria corsii pet-safety