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Is Long-Leaved Phlomis toxic to cats?

Phlomis longifolia

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists long-leaved phlomis 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. Phlomis longifolia is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant Database. Due to the lack of confirmed pet-safety data for this species, a mildly-toxic classification is applied as a precaution; seek veterinary advice promptly if a cat or dog ingests any part of this plant.

What to do if your cat ate long-leaved phlomis

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move long-leaved phlomis 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 long-leaved phlomis to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is long-leaved phlomis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is long-leaved phlomis toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists long-leaved phlomis 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. Phlomis longifolia is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant Database. Due to the lack of confirmed pet-safety data for this species, a mildly-toxic classification is applied as a precaution; seek veterinary advice promptly if a cat or dog ingests any part of this plant.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats long-leaved phlomis?

Phlomis longifolia is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant Database. Due to the lack of confirmed pet-safety data for this species, a mildly-toxic classification is applied as a precaution; seek veterinary advice promptly if a cat or dog ingests any part of this plant. 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 long-leaved phlomis.

What should I do if my cat ate long-leaved phlomis?

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 long-leaved phlomis toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Long-Leaved Phlomis is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full long-leaved phlomis pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to long-leaved phlomis?

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 long-leaved phlomis pet-safety