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Is Longcluster Japanese Wisteria toxic to cats?

Wisteria floribunda 'Multijuga'

Toxic to cats

Yes — longcluster japanese wisteria 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. ASPCA lists Wisteria as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The RHS also states it is harmful if eaten and harmful to pets. Toxic compounds include lectin and wisterin glycoside. Symptoms include vomiting (sometimes with blood), diarrhea, and depression. All parts are considered toxic — seeds and seed pods are the most dangerous. Contact a vet immediately if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate longcluster japanese wisteria

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

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

Is longcluster japanese wisteria toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is longcluster japanese wisteria toxic to cats?

Yes — longcluster japanese wisteria is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Wisteria as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The RHS also states it is harmful if eaten and harmful to pets. Toxic compounds include lectin and wisterin glycoside. Symptoms include vomiting (sometimes with blood), diarrhea, and depression. All parts are considered toxic — seeds and seed pods are the most dangerous. Contact a vet immediately if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats longcluster japanese wisteria?

ASPCA lists Wisteria as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The RHS also states it is harmful if eaten and harmful to pets. Toxic compounds include lectin and wisterin glycoside. Symptoms include vomiting (sometimes with blood), diarrhea, and depression. All parts are considered toxic — seeds and seed pods are the most dangerous. Contact a vet immediately if ingestion is suspected. 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 longcluster japanese wisteria.

What should I do if my cat ate longcluster japanese wisteria?

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 longcluster japanese wisteria toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Longcluster Japanese Wisteria is toxic to dogs as well. See the full longcluster japanese wisteria pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to longcluster japanese wisteria?

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 longcluster japanese wisteria pet-safety