Is Lilium 'Black Beauty' toxic to cats?

Yes — lilium 'black beauty' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As a Lilium hybrid this is covered by the ASPCA toxic-lily classification; the toxic principle is unknown and cats are the only species known to be affected. Any ingestion, including pollen or vase water, can cause vomiting, lethargy and fatal kidney failure in cats. Keep away from cats entirely.

As a Lilium hybrid this is covered by the ASPCA toxic-lily classification; the toxic principle is unknown and cats are the only species known to be affected. Any ingestion, including pollen or vase water, can cause vomiting, lethargy and fatal kidney failure in cats. Keep away from cats entirely. 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 lilium 'black beauty'.

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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lilium 'Black Beauty' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full lilium 'black beauty' pet-safety guide for both species.

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.