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Is Overlooked Lagenandra toxic to cats?

Lagenandra praetermissa

Toxic to cats

Yes — overlooked lagenandra 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. As an Araceae member, Lagenandra praetermissa contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Ingestion by cats or dogs causes oral pain, hypersalivation, and gastrointestinal upset. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the toxic-family profile of all aroids applies.

What to do if your cat ate overlooked lagenandra

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

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

Is overlooked lagenandra toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is overlooked lagenandra toxic to cats?

Yes — overlooked lagenandra is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As an Araceae member, Lagenandra praetermissa contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Ingestion by cats or dogs causes oral pain, hypersalivation, and gastrointestinal upset. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the toxic-family profile of all aroids applies.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats overlooked lagenandra?

As an Araceae member, Lagenandra praetermissa contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Ingestion by cats or dogs causes oral pain, hypersalivation, and gastrointestinal upset. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the toxic-family profile of all aroids applies. 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 overlooked lagenandra.

What should I do if my cat ate overlooked lagenandra?

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 overlooked lagenandra toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Overlooked Lagenandra is toxic to dogs as well. See the full overlooked lagenandra pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to overlooked lagenandra?

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 overlooked lagenandra pet-safety