Growli
Let's go

Pet safety

Is Golden Chalice Vine toxic to cats?

Solandra nitida

Toxic to cats

Yes — golden chalice vine 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. Solandra nitida is in the Solanaceae family and contains toxic alkaloids in its foliage, stems, and flowers. Ingestion poses a serious risk to cats, dogs, and children. ASPCA does not list this species individually, but Solanaceae family toxicity is well established.

What to do if your cat ate golden chalice vine

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

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

Is golden chalice vine toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is golden chalice vine toxic to cats?

Yes — golden chalice vine is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Solandra nitida is in the Solanaceae family and contains toxic alkaloids in its foliage, stems, and flowers. Ingestion poses a serious risk to cats, dogs, and children. ASPCA does not list this species individually, but Solanaceae family toxicity is well established.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats golden chalice vine?

Solandra nitida is in the Solanaceae family and contains toxic alkaloids in its foliage, stems, and flowers. Ingestion poses a serious risk to cats, dogs, and children. ASPCA does not list this species individually, but Solanaceae family toxicity is well established. 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 chalice vine.

What should I do if my cat ate golden chalice vine?

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 golden chalice vine toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Golden Chalice Vine is toxic to dogs as well. See the full golden chalice vine pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to golden chalice vine?

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 golden chalice vine pet-safety