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Is Kohleria toxic to cats?

Kohleria eriantha

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists kohleria 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. Kohleria is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plants database. Although it belongs to the gesneriad family (Gesneriaceae) alongside the ASPCA-confirmed non-toxic African violet, the genus itself is not specifically evaluated. Treat with caution as mildly toxic, keep pets from chewing it, and verify with a vet if ingestion occurs.

What to do if your cat ate kohleria

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

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

Is kohleria toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is kohleria toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists kohleria 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. Kohleria is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plants database. Although it belongs to the gesneriad family (Gesneriaceae) alongside the ASPCA-confirmed non-toxic African violet, the genus itself is not specifically evaluated. Treat with caution as mildly toxic, keep pets from chewing it, and verify with a vet if ingestion occurs.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats kohleria?

Kohleria is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plants database. Although it belongs to the gesneriad family (Gesneriaceae) alongside the ASPCA-confirmed non-toxic African violet, the genus itself is not specifically evaluated. Treat with caution as mildly toxic, keep pets from chewing it, and verify with a vet if ingestion occurs. 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 kohleria.

What should I do if my cat ate kohleria?

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 kohleria toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to kohleria?

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 kohleria pet-safety