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Is Drosera capensis 'Red' toxic to cats?

Drosera capensis 'Red'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists drosera capensis 'red' as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Drosera is not individually listed in the ASPCA database; other carnivorous plants like the Venus Fly Trap and California Pitcher Plant are ASPCA non-toxic and sundews are widely regarded as low-risk. Treat as uncertain: ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset and the sticky mucilage can irritate. Verify with a vet if a pet eats any.

What to do if your cat ate drosera capensis 'red'

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

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

Is drosera capensis 'red' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is drosera capensis 'red' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists drosera capensis 'red' as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Drosera is not individually listed in the ASPCA database; other carnivorous plants like the Venus Fly Trap and California Pitcher Plant are ASPCA non-toxic and sundews are widely regarded as low-risk. Treat as uncertain: ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset and the sticky mucilage can irritate. Verify with a vet if a pet eats any.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats drosera capensis 'red'?

Drosera is not individually listed in the ASPCA database; other carnivorous plants like the Venus Fly Trap and California Pitcher Plant are ASPCA non-toxic and sundews are widely regarded as low-risk. Treat as uncertain: ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset and the sticky mucilage can irritate. Verify with a vet if a pet eats any. 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 drosera capensis 'red'.

What should I do if my cat ate drosera capensis 'red'?

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 drosera capensis 'red' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Drosera capensis 'Red' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full drosera capensis 'red' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to drosera capensis 'red'?

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 drosera capensis 'red' pet-safety