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Is Korean Angelica toxic to cats?

Angelica gigas

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists korean angelica 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. Angelica gigas sap contains furanocoumarins (psoralens) that cause phototoxic skin reactions (photodermatitis) in humans when skin contacts sap in sunlight. Not individually listed by ASPCA, but the Apiaceae family phototoxic risk warrants caution around pets; ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Wear gloves when handling.

What to do if your cat ate korean angelica

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

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

Is korean angelica toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is korean angelica toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists korean angelica 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. Angelica gigas sap contains furanocoumarins (psoralens) that cause phototoxic skin reactions (photodermatitis) in humans when skin contacts sap in sunlight. Not individually listed by ASPCA, but the Apiaceae family phototoxic risk warrants caution around pets; ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Wear gloves when handling.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats korean angelica?

Angelica gigas sap contains furanocoumarins (psoralens) that cause phototoxic skin reactions (photodermatitis) in humans when skin contacts sap in sunlight. Not individually listed by ASPCA, but the Apiaceae family phototoxic risk warrants caution around pets; ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Wear gloves when handling. 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 korean angelica.

What should I do if my cat ate korean angelica?

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 korean angelica toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to korean angelica?

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 korean angelica pet-safety