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Is Lossow's Jensenobotrya toxic to cats?

Jensenobotrya lossowiana

Toxic to cats

Yes — lossow's jensenobotrya 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. The leaves of Jensenobotrya lossowiana are reported to contain toxins that can cause abdominal cramps, nausea, and serious illness if ingested by humans or animals. Jensenobotrya is not individually listed by ASPCA; given the Aizoaceae family context and reported leaf toxins, treat as toxic and keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate lossow's jensenobotrya

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

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

Is lossow's jensenobotrya toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is lossow's jensenobotrya toxic to cats?

Yes — lossow's jensenobotrya is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The leaves of Jensenobotrya lossowiana are reported to contain toxins that can cause abdominal cramps, nausea, and serious illness if ingested by humans or animals. Jensenobotrya is not individually listed by ASPCA; given the Aizoaceae family context and reported leaf toxins, treat as toxic and keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats lossow's jensenobotrya?

The leaves of Jensenobotrya lossowiana are reported to contain toxins that can cause abdominal cramps, nausea, and serious illness if ingested by humans or animals. Jensenobotrya is not individually listed by ASPCA; given the Aizoaceae family context and reported leaf toxins, treat as toxic and keep away from pets and children. 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 lossow's jensenobotrya.

What should I do if my cat ate lossow's jensenobotrya?

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 lossow's jensenobotrya toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lossow's Jensenobotrya is toxic to dogs as well. See the full lossow's jensenobotrya pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to lossow's jensenobotrya?

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 lossow's jensenobotrya pet-safety