Is Maranta-Leaved Globba toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists maranta-leaved globba 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. Globba marantina is not listed individually by the ASPCA. Published traditional-use literature notes no known toxicity, and the species has edible bulbils used as flavouring and appetite stimulants in several Asian cultures. However, without an explicit ASPCA non-toxic confirmation, a mildly-toxic precautionary classification is applied. Seek veterinary advice if a pet ingests any part.

Globba marantina is not listed individually by the ASPCA. Published traditional-use literature notes no known toxicity, and the species has edible bulbils used as flavouring and appetite stimulants in several Asian cultures. However, without an explicit ASPCA non-toxic confirmation, a mildly-toxic precautionary classification is applied. Seek veterinary advice if a pet ingests any part. 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 maranta-leaved globba.

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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Maranta-Leaved Globba is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full maranta-leaved globba pet-safety guide for both species.

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.