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Is Dracaena Umbraculifera toxic to cats?

Dracaena umbraculifera

Toxic to cats

Yes — dracaena umbraculifera 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. Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists the genus Dracaena as toxic. The toxic principle is saponins; reported signs include vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate dracaena umbraculifera

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

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

Is dracaena umbraculifera toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is dracaena umbraculifera toxic to cats?

Yes — dracaena umbraculifera is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists the genus Dracaena as toxic. The toxic principle is saponins; reported signs include vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats dracaena umbraculifera?

Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists the genus Dracaena as toxic. The toxic principle is saponins; reported signs include vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets. 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 umbraculifera.

What should I do if my cat ate dracaena umbraculifera?

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 umbraculifera toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to dracaena umbraculifera?

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 umbraculifera pet-safety