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Is Dracaena Reflexa toxic to cats?

Dracaena reflexa

Toxic to cats

Yes — dracaena reflexa 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 (Dracaena). The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation and dilated pupils in cats. Keep away from pets and contact a vet if eaten.

What to do if your cat ate dracaena reflexa

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

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

Is dracaena reflexa toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is dracaena reflexa toxic to cats?

Yes — dracaena reflexa 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 (Dracaena). The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation and dilated pupils in cats. Keep away from pets and contact a vet if eaten.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats dracaena reflexa?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs (Dracaena). The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation and dilated pupils in cats. Keep away from pets and contact a vet if eaten. 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 dracaena reflexa.

What should I do if my cat ate dracaena reflexa?

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 dracaena reflexa toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Dracaena Reflexa is toxic to dogs as well. See the full dracaena reflexa pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to dracaena reflexa?

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 dracaena reflexa pet-safety