Pet safety
Is Epipremnum Pinnatum Albo toxic to cats?
Epipremnum pinnatum 'Albo-Variegata'
Yes — epipremnum pinnatum albo 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. The ASPCA does not list Epipremnum pinnatum individually, but it lists the same-genus Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) as toxic to dogs and cats due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals — typical of all aroids (family Araceae) including this cultivar. Ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and verify any concern with your vet.
What to do if your cat ate epipremnum pinnatum albo
- Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move epipremnum pinnatum albo out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of epipremnum pinnatum albo to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten epipremnum pinnatum albo, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is epipremnum pinnatum albo toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is epipremnum pinnatum albo toxic to cats?
Yes — epipremnum pinnatum albo 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. The ASPCA does not list Epipremnum pinnatum individually, but it lists the same-genus Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) as toxic to dogs and cats due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals — typical of all aroids (family Araceae) including this cultivar. Ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and verify any concern with your vet.
What are the symptoms if a cat eats epipremnum pinnatum albo?
Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA does not list Epipremnum pinnatum individually, but it lists the same-genus Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) as toxic to dogs and cats due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals — typical of all aroids (family Araceae) including this cultivar. Ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and verify any concern with your vet. 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 epipremnum pinnatum albo.
What should I do if my cat ate epipremnum pinnatum albo?
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 epipremnum pinnatum albo toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Epipremnum Pinnatum Albo is toxic to dogs as well. See the full epipremnum pinnatum albo pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a cat-safe alternative to epipremnum pinnatum albo?
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 epipremnum pinnatum albo pet-safety
- Is epipremnum pinnatum albo toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is epipremnum pinnatum albo toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete epipremnum pinnatum albo care guide