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Is Japanese Show Lily toxic to cats?

Lilium speciosum

Toxic to cats

Yes — japanese show lily 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. Lilium speciosum is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, in which all parts of any true Lilium can cause acute kidney failure and death. Even pollen or water from a vase is potentially lethal. Also toxic to dogs, though less acutely so. Never grow in households with cats.

What to do if your cat ate japanese show lily

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

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

Is japanese show lily toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is japanese show lily toxic to cats?

Yes — japanese show lily is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Lilium speciosum is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, in which all parts of any true Lilium can cause acute kidney failure and death. Even pollen or water from a vase is potentially lethal. Also toxic to dogs, though less acutely so. Never grow in households with cats.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats japanese show lily?

Lilium speciosum is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, in which all parts of any true Lilium can cause acute kidney failure and death. Even pollen or water from a vase is potentially lethal. Also toxic to dogs, though less acutely so. Never grow in households with cats. 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 japanese show lily.

What should I do if my cat ate japanese show lily?

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 japanese show lily toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Japanese Show Lily is toxic to dogs as well. See the full japanese show lily pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to japanese show lily?

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 japanese show lily pet-safety