Is Golden Angel's Trumpet toxic to cats?

Yes — golden angel's trumpet is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. SEVERELY TOXIC. All parts of Brugmansia aurea contain tropane alkaloids (scopolamine, atropine, hyoscyamine) which are dangerously poisonous to dogs, cats, horses, and humans. ASPCA lists Brugmansia species as toxic. The plant has a history of ethnobotanical use as a hallucinogen but even small doses can be lethal; ingestion requires immediate veterinary or medical attention.

SEVERELY TOXIC. All parts of Brugmansia aurea contain tropane alkaloids (scopolamine, atropine, hyoscyamine) which are dangerously poisonous to dogs, cats, horses, and humans. ASPCA lists Brugmansia species as toxic. The plant has a history of ethnobotanical use as a hallucinogen but even small doses can be lethal; ingestion requires immediate veterinary or medical attention. 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 golden angel's trumpet.

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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Golden Angel's Trumpet is toxic to dogs as well. See the full golden angel's trumpet pet-safety guide for both species.

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.