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Is Elephant-foot Cyphostemma toxic to cats?

Cyphostemma elephantopus

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists elephant-foot cyphostemma 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. Cyphostemma elephantopus is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a Vitaceae family member, the plant produces grape-like fruit known to contain oxalic acid and is considered toxic if ingested by humans or animals. Keep out of reach of pets and children. Consult a veterinarian promptly if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate elephant-foot cyphostemma

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move elephant-foot cyphostemma 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 elephant-foot cyphostemma to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is elephant-foot cyphostemma toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is elephant-foot cyphostemma toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists elephant-foot cyphostemma 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. Cyphostemma elephantopus is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a Vitaceae family member, the plant produces grape-like fruit known to contain oxalic acid and is considered toxic if ingested by humans or animals. Keep out of reach of pets and children. Consult a veterinarian promptly if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats elephant-foot cyphostemma?

Cyphostemma elephantopus is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a Vitaceae family member, the plant produces grape-like fruit known to contain oxalic acid and is considered toxic if ingested by humans or animals. Keep out of reach of pets and children. Consult a veterinarian promptly if ingestion 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 elephant-foot cyphostemma.

What should I do if my cat ate elephant-foot cyphostemma?

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 elephant-foot cyphostemma toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Elephant-foot Cyphostemma is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full elephant-foot cyphostemma pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to elephant-foot cyphostemma?

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 elephant-foot cyphostemma pet-safety