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Is Hosta 'Remember Me' toxic to cats?

Hosta 'Remember Me'

Toxic to cats

Yes — hosta 'remember me' 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 Hosta spp. as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All plant parts contain saponin glycosides that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression if ingested. Seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate hosta 'remember me'

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

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

Is hosta 'remember me' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hosta 'remember me' toxic to cats?

Yes — hosta 'remember me' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Hosta spp. as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All plant parts contain saponin glycosides that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression if ingested. Seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats hosta 'remember me'?

ASPCA lists Hosta spp. as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All plant parts contain saponin glycosides that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression if ingested. Seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected. 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 hosta 'remember me'.

What should I do if my cat ate hosta 'remember me'?

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 hosta 'remember me' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hosta 'Remember Me' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full hosta 'remember me' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to hosta 'remember me'?

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 hosta 'remember me' pet-safety