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Is Herald's Trumpet toxic to cats?

Beaumontia grandiflora

Toxic to cats

Yes — herald's trumpet 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. Beaumontia grandiflora belongs to Apocynaceae and contains cardiac glycosides and indole alkaloids. It is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the family's toxic properties are well established — Apocynaceae includes oleander (Nerium) and related highly cardiotoxic species. Ingestion of any plant part may cause vomiting, drooling, bradycardia, arrhythmias, and potentially serious cardiovascular effects in dogs and cats. Keep away from pets and children; wear gloves when pruning — the milky sap irritates skin and eyes. Contact a vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) if ingestion occurs.

What to do if your cat ate herald's trumpet

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

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

Is herald's trumpet toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is herald's trumpet toxic to cats?

Yes — herald's trumpet is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Beaumontia grandiflora belongs to Apocynaceae and contains cardiac glycosides and indole alkaloids. It is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the family's toxic properties are well established — Apocynaceae includes oleander (Nerium) and related highly cardiotoxic species. Ingestion of any plant part may cause vomiting, drooling, bradycardia, arrhythmias, and potentially serious cardiovascular effects in dogs and cats. Keep away from pets and children; wear gloves when pruning — the milky sap irritates skin and eyes. Contact a vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) if ingestion occurs.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats herald's trumpet?

Beaumontia grandiflora belongs to Apocynaceae and contains cardiac glycosides and indole alkaloids. It is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the family's toxic properties are well established — Apocynaceae includes oleander (Nerium) and related highly cardiotoxic species. Ingestion of any plant part may cause vomiting, drooling, bradycardia, arrhythmias, and potentially serious cardiovascular effects in dogs and cats. Keep away from pets and children; wear gloves when pruning — the milky sap irritates skin and eyes. Contact a vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) if ingestion occurs. 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 herald's trumpet.

What should I do if my cat ate herald'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.

Is herald's trumpet toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to herald's trumpet?

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 herald's trumpet pet-safety