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Is Indian Sinocrassula toxic to cats?

Sinocrassula indica

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists indian sinocrassula 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. Sinocrassula indica is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a member of Crassulaceae, related genera (Crassula) are listed as toxic to cats and dogs with mild gastrointestinal signs. Apply the same precautionary treatment and keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate indian sinocrassula

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

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

Is indian sinocrassula toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is indian sinocrassula toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists indian sinocrassula 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. Sinocrassula indica is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a member of Crassulaceae, related genera (Crassula) are listed as toxic to cats and dogs with mild gastrointestinal signs. Apply the same precautionary treatment and keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats indian sinocrassula?

Sinocrassula indica is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a member of Crassulaceae, related genera (Crassula) are listed as toxic to cats and dogs with mild gastrointestinal signs. Apply the same precautionary treatment and keep away from pets and children. 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 sinocrassula.

What should I do if my cat ate indian sinocrassula?

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 sinocrassula toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to indian sinocrassula?

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 sinocrassula pet-safety