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Is Forest Epipremnum toxic to cats?

Epipremnum silvaticum

Toxic to cats

Yes — forest epipremnum 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. As a member of the Araceae family, Epipremnum silvaticum contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals in all tissues. While not individually listed by the ASPCA, the genus Epipremnum is documented as toxic to dogs and cats, causing oral irritation, pawing at the mouth, drooling, and vomiting if chewed or ingested.

What to do if your cat ate forest epipremnum

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

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

Is forest epipremnum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is forest epipremnum toxic to cats?

Yes — forest epipremnum is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As a member of the Araceae family, Epipremnum silvaticum contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals in all tissues. While not individually listed by the ASPCA, the genus Epipremnum is documented as toxic to dogs and cats, causing oral irritation, pawing at the mouth, drooling, and vomiting if chewed or ingested.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats forest epipremnum?

As a member of the Araceae family, Epipremnum silvaticum contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals in all tissues. While not individually listed by the ASPCA, the genus Epipremnum is documented as toxic to dogs and cats, causing oral irritation, pawing at the mouth, drooling, and vomiting if chewed or ingested. 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 forest epipremnum.

What should I do if my cat ate forest epipremnum?

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 forest epipremnum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Forest Epipremnum is toxic to dogs as well. See the full forest epipremnum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to forest epipremnum?

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 forest epipremnum pet-safety