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Is Flame Freesia toxic to cats?

Tritonia crocata

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists flame freesia 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. Tritonia crocata is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. As an Iridaceae corm similar to related genera that contain irritant compounds, it is classified mildly-toxic as a precautionary measure. Contact a vet if a pet ingests any part.

What to do if your cat ate flame freesia

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

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

Is flame freesia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is flame freesia toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists flame freesia 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. Tritonia crocata is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. As an Iridaceae corm similar to related genera that contain irritant compounds, it is classified mildly-toxic as a precautionary measure. Contact a vet if a pet ingests any part.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats flame freesia?

Tritonia crocata is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. As an Iridaceae corm similar to related genera that contain irritant compounds, it is classified mildly-toxic as a precautionary measure. Contact a vet if a pet ingests any part. 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 flame freesia.

What should I do if my cat ate flame freesia?

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 flame freesia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Flame Freesia is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full flame freesia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to flame freesia?

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 flame freesia pet-safety