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Is Kotschy's Crambe toxic to cats?

Crambe kotschyana

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists kotschy's crambe 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. No known hazards or toxic principles have been documented for Crambe kotschyana in horticultural or veterinary literature. As a Brassicaceae member, the plant is related to edible kale and cabbages. However, it is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database, so a confirmed pet-safe rating cannot be applied.

What to do if your cat ate kotschy's crambe

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

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

Is kotschy's crambe toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is kotschy's crambe toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists kotschy's crambe 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. No known hazards or toxic principles have been documented for Crambe kotschyana in horticultural or veterinary literature. As a Brassicaceae member, the plant is related to edible kale and cabbages. However, it is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database, so a confirmed pet-safe rating cannot be applied.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats kotschy's crambe?

No known hazards or toxic principles have been documented for Crambe kotschyana in horticultural or veterinary literature. As a Brassicaceae member, the plant is related to edible kale and cabbages. However, it is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database, so a confirmed pet-safe rating cannot be applied. 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 kotschy's crambe.

What should I do if my cat ate kotschy's crambe?

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 kotschy's crambe toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Kotschy's Crambe is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full kotschy's crambe pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to kotschy's crambe?

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 kotschy's crambe pet-safety