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Is Giant Mondo Grass toxic to cats?

Ophiopogon jaburan

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists giant mondo grass 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. Ophiopogon jaburan is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Ophiopogon genus contains saponins that may cause mild gastrointestinal symptoms (vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling) in cats and dogs if ingested. The decorative blue berries should also be kept away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate giant mondo grass

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

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

Is giant mondo grass toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is giant mondo grass toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists giant mondo grass 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. Ophiopogon jaburan is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Ophiopogon genus contains saponins that may cause mild gastrointestinal symptoms (vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling) in cats and dogs if ingested. The decorative blue berries should also be kept away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats giant mondo grass?

Ophiopogon jaburan is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Ophiopogon genus contains saponins that may cause mild gastrointestinal symptoms (vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling) in cats and dogs if ingested. The decorative blue berries should also 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 giant mondo grass.

What should I do if my cat ate giant mondo grass?

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 giant mondo grass toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Giant Mondo Grass is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full giant mondo grass pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to giant mondo grass?

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 giant mondo grass pet-safety