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Is Fragrant Peace Lily toxic to cats?

Spathiphyllum cochlearispathum

Toxic to cats

Yes — fragrant peace 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists peace lily (Spathiphyllum) as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Ingestion causes intense oral burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Unlike true lilies (Lilium), peace lilies do not cause acute kidney failure in cats, but veterinary attention is still advised after ingestion.

What to do if your cat ate fragrant peace lily

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

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

Is fragrant peace lily toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is fragrant peace lily toxic to cats?

Yes — fragrant peace lily 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 lists peace lily (Spathiphyllum) as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Ingestion causes intense oral burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Unlike true lilies (Lilium), peace lilies do not cause acute kidney failure in cats, but veterinary attention is still advised after ingestion.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats fragrant peace lily?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists peace lily (Spathiphyllum) as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Ingestion causes intense oral burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Unlike true lilies (Lilium), peace lilies do not cause acute kidney failure in cats, but veterinary attention is still advised after ingestion. 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 fragrant peace lily.

What should I do if my cat ate fragrant peace 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 fragrant peace lily toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to fragrant peace 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 fragrant peace lily pet-safety