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Is Garland Chrysanthemum 'Shungiku' toxic to cats?

Glebionis coronaria 'Shungiku'

Toxic to cats

Yes — garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku' 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. The ASPCA lists Chrysanthemum (Glebionis/Chrysanthemum spp.) as toxic to dogs, cats and horses, with pyrethrins and sesquiterpene lactones as the toxic principles; signs include vomiting, diarrhoea, hypersalivation, dermatitis and wobbliness. The leaves are a human culinary green but the plant should be kept away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku'

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

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

Is garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku' toxic to cats?

Yes — garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Chrysanthemum (Glebionis/Chrysanthemum spp.) as toxic to dogs, cats and horses, with pyrethrins and sesquiterpene lactones as the toxic principles; signs include vomiting, diarrhoea, hypersalivation, dermatitis and wobbliness. The leaves are a human culinary green but the plant should be kept away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku'?

The ASPCA lists Chrysanthemum (Glebionis/Chrysanthemum spp.) as toxic to dogs, cats and horses, with pyrethrins and sesquiterpene lactones as the toxic principles; signs include vomiting, diarrhoea, hypersalivation, dermatitis and wobbliness. The leaves are a human culinary green but the plant should be kept away from pets. 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 garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku'.

What should I do if my cat ate garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku'?

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 garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Garland Chrysanthemum 'Shungiku' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku'?

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 garland chrysanthemum 'shungiku' pet-safety