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Is Heavenly blue morning glory toxic to cats?

Ipomoea tricolor

Toxic to cats

Yes — heavenly blue morning glory 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. ASPCA lists Ipomoea tricolor (and the family Convolvulaceae morning glories) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The seeds in particular contain ergine (d-lysergic acid amide), a hallucinogenic compound related to LSD. Ingestion can cause GI upset, hallucinations, and lethargy. Keep seeds away from pets and children. The plant should not be confused with sweet potato (I. batatas) which has different toxicity profiles.

What to do if your cat ate heavenly blue morning glory

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move heavenly blue morning glory 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 heavenly blue morning glory to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is heavenly blue morning glory toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is heavenly blue morning glory toxic to cats?

Yes — heavenly blue morning glory is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Ipomoea tricolor (and the family Convolvulaceae morning glories) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The seeds in particular contain ergine (d-lysergic acid amide), a hallucinogenic compound related to LSD. Ingestion can cause GI upset, hallucinations, and lethargy. Keep seeds away from pets and children. The plant should not be confused with sweet potato (I. batatas) which has different toxicity profiles.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats heavenly blue morning glory?

ASPCA lists Ipomoea tricolor (and the family Convolvulaceae morning glories) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The seeds in particular contain ergine (d-lysergic acid amide), a hallucinogenic compound related to LSD. Ingestion can cause GI upset, hallucinations, and lethargy. Keep seeds away from pets and children. The plant should not be confused with sweet potato (I. batatas) which has different toxicity profiles. 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 heavenly blue morning glory.

What should I do if my cat ate heavenly blue morning glory?

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 heavenly blue morning glory toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Heavenly blue morning glory is toxic to dogs as well. See the full heavenly blue morning glory pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to heavenly blue morning glory?

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 heavenly blue morning glory pet-safety