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Is Florida Ghost toxic to cats?

Philodendron pedatum 'Florida Ghost'

Toxic to cats

Yes — florida ghost 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. ASPCA lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat.

What to do if your cat ate florida ghost

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

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

Is florida ghost toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is florida ghost toxic to cats?

Yes — florida ghost is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats florida ghost?

ASPCA lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat. 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 florida ghost.

What should I do if my cat ate florida ghost?

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 florida ghost toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Florida Ghost is toxic to dogs as well. See the full florida ghost pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to florida ghost?

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 florida ghost pet-safety