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Is Lobb's Bulbophyllum toxic to cats?

Bulbophyllum lobbii

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists lobb's bulbophyllum 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. Bulbophyllum is not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Orchids generally are considered non-toxic and the ASPCA lists Phalaenopsis as non-toxic to cats and dogs, but with no specific ASPCA entry for this genus it is safest to keep the plant away from pets and seek veterinary advice if any is eaten.

What to do if your cat ate lobb's bulbophyllum

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

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

Is lobb's bulbophyllum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is lobb's bulbophyllum toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists lobb's bulbophyllum 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. Bulbophyllum is not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Orchids generally are considered non-toxic and the ASPCA lists Phalaenopsis as non-toxic to cats and dogs, but with no specific ASPCA entry for this genus it is safest to keep the plant away from pets and seek veterinary advice if any is eaten.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats lobb's bulbophyllum?

Bulbophyllum is not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Orchids generally are considered non-toxic and the ASPCA lists Phalaenopsis as non-toxic to cats and dogs, but with no specific ASPCA entry for this genus it is safest to keep the plant away from pets and seek veterinary advice if any is eaten. 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 lobb's bulbophyllum.

What should I do if my cat ate lobb's bulbophyllum?

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 lobb's bulbophyllum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lobb's Bulbophyllum is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full lobb's bulbophyllum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to lobb's bulbophyllum?

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 lobb's bulbophyllum pet-safety