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Is Ipomoea nil 'Scarlett O'Hara' toxic to cats?

Ipomoea nil 'Scarlett O'Hara'

Toxic to cats

Yes — ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara' 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 Morning Glory (Ipomoea spp.) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, and 'Scarlett O'Hara' is a cultivar of Ipomoea nil. Toxic principles are indole alkaloids (lysergic acid, lysergamide, elymoclavine, chanoclavine); ingestion causes vomiting, and large quantities of seed may cause hallucinations. Keep seeds away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara' 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 ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara' toxic to cats?

Yes — ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Morning Glory (Ipomoea spp.) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, and 'Scarlett O'Hara' is a cultivar of Ipomoea nil. Toxic principles are indole alkaloids (lysergic acid, lysergamide, elymoclavine, chanoclavine); ingestion causes vomiting, and large quantities of seed may cause hallucinations. Keep seeds away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara'?

ASPCA lists Morning Glory (Ipomoea spp.) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, and 'Scarlett O'Hara' is a cultivar of Ipomoea nil. Toxic principles are indole alkaloids (lysergic acid, lysergamide, elymoclavine, chanoclavine); ingestion causes vomiting, and large quantities of seed may cause hallucinations. Keep seeds away from pets. 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 ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara'.

What should I do if my cat ate ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara'?

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 ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Ipomoea nil 'Scarlett O'Hara' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to ipomoea nil 'scarlett o'hara'?

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.

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