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Is Indian Mallow toxic to cats?

Abutilon indicum

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists indian mallow as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Abutilon indicum is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. No clinically documented toxic principles are known, and it is widely used in human traditional medicine; however, ingestion of significant quantities by pets may cause mild gastric upset. Classified mildly-toxic as a precaution.

What to do if your cat ate indian mallow

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

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

Is indian mallow toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is indian mallow toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists indian mallow as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Abutilon indicum is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. No clinically documented toxic principles are known, and it is widely used in human traditional medicine; however, ingestion of significant quantities by pets may cause mild gastric upset. Classified mildly-toxic as a precaution.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats indian mallow?

Abutilon indicum is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. No clinically documented toxic principles are known, and it is widely used in human traditional medicine; however, ingestion of significant quantities by pets may cause mild gastric upset. Classified mildly-toxic as a precaution. 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 indian mallow.

What should I do if my cat ate indian mallow?

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 indian mallow toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Indian Mallow is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full indian mallow pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to indian mallow?

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 indian mallow pet-safety