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Is Jacaranda Tree Succulent toxic to cats?

Operculicarya decaryi

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists jacaranda tree succulent 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. Operculicarya decaryi is in the family Anacardiaceae (the cashew/mango family), which contains phenolic compounds and can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals. The species is generally considered non-toxic to pets and is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant database. However, as it has not been individually assessed by ASPCA, and Anacardiaceae plants can cause mild skin or mucous-membrane irritation, caution is advised — contact with sap may irritate sensitive skin, and ingestion of large quantities should be discouraged.

What to do if your cat ate jacaranda tree succulent

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

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

Is jacaranda tree succulent toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is jacaranda tree succulent toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists jacaranda tree succulent 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. Operculicarya decaryi is in the family Anacardiaceae (the cashew/mango family), which contains phenolic compounds and can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals. The species is generally considered non-toxic to pets and is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant database. However, as it has not been individually assessed by ASPCA, and Anacardiaceae plants can cause mild skin or mucous-membrane irritation, caution is advised — contact with sap may irritate sensitive skin, and ingestion of large quantities should be discouraged.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats jacaranda tree succulent?

Operculicarya decaryi is in the family Anacardiaceae (the cashew/mango family), which contains phenolic compounds and can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals. The species is generally considered non-toxic to pets and is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant database. However, as it has not been individually assessed by ASPCA, and Anacardiaceae plants can cause mild skin or mucous-membrane irritation, caution is advised — contact with sap may irritate sensitive skin, and ingestion of large quantities should be discouraged. 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 jacaranda tree succulent.

What should I do if my cat ate jacaranda tree succulent?

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 jacaranda tree succulent toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Jacaranda Tree Succulent is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full jacaranda tree succulent pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to jacaranda tree succulent?

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 jacaranda tree succulent pet-safety