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Is Fringed Loosestrife toxic to cats?

Lysimachia ciliata

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists fringed loosestrife 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. Lysimachia ciliata is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a member of Primulaceae, it may contain saponins causing mild gastrointestinal irritation in pets if ingested. Not considered highly toxic, but ingestion by dogs or cats warrants monitoring. Consult a veterinarian if a pet consumes significant amounts.

What to do if your cat ate fringed loosestrife

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

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

Is fringed loosestrife toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is fringed loosestrife toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists fringed loosestrife 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. Lysimachia ciliata is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a member of Primulaceae, it may contain saponins causing mild gastrointestinal irritation in pets if ingested. Not considered highly toxic, but ingestion by dogs or cats warrants monitoring. Consult a veterinarian if a pet consumes significant amounts.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats fringed loosestrife?

Lysimachia ciliata is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a member of Primulaceae, it may contain saponins causing mild gastrointestinal irritation in pets if ingested. Not considered highly toxic, but ingestion by dogs or cats warrants monitoring. Consult a veterinarian if a pet consumes significant amounts. 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 fringed loosestrife.

What should I do if my cat ate fringed loosestrife?

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 fringed loosestrife toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Fringed Loosestrife is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full fringed loosestrife pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to fringed loosestrife?

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 fringed loosestrife pet-safety