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Is Formosa Lily toxic to cats?

Lilium formosanum

Toxic to cats

Yes — formosa lily 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 Lilium species as severely toxic to cats. Ingestion of any part — including pollen, leaves, or water from the vase — can cause acute kidney failure in cats and may be fatal without immediate veterinary treatment. Mildly toxic to dogs and horses (GI upset). Keep away from all cats.

What to do if your cat ate formosa lily

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

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

Is formosa lily toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is formosa lily toxic to cats?

Yes — formosa lily is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Lilium species as severely toxic to cats. Ingestion of any part — including pollen, leaves, or water from the vase — can cause acute kidney failure in cats and may be fatal without immediate veterinary treatment. Mildly toxic to dogs and horses (GI upset). Keep away from all cats.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats formosa lily?

ASPCA lists Lilium species as severely toxic to cats. Ingestion of any part — including pollen, leaves, or water from the vase — can cause acute kidney failure in cats and may be fatal without immediate veterinary treatment. Mildly toxic to dogs and horses (GI upset). Keep away from all cats. 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 formosa lily.

What should I do if my cat ate formosa lily?

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 formosa lily toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Formosa Lily is toxic to dogs as well. See the full formosa lily pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to formosa lily?

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 formosa lily pet-safety