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Is Matasano toxic to cats?

Casimiroa pringlei

Toxic to cats

Yes — matasano 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. Casimiroa pringlei is a member of Rutaceae in the same genus as C. edulis, whose seeds and foliage are documented to contain sedative alkaloids toxic to animals. The seeds of C. pringlei are considered toxic if consumed raw. Not individually listed by ASPCA; as a precaution treat all plant parts except ripe flesh as potentially harmful to pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate matasano

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

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

Is matasano toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is matasano toxic to cats?

Yes — matasano is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Casimiroa pringlei is a member of Rutaceae in the same genus as C. edulis, whose seeds and foliage are documented to contain sedative alkaloids toxic to animals. The seeds of C. pringlei are considered toxic if consumed raw. Not individually listed by ASPCA; as a precaution treat all plant parts except ripe flesh as potentially harmful to pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats matasano?

Casimiroa pringlei is a member of Rutaceae in the same genus as C. edulis, whose seeds and foliage are documented to contain sedative alkaloids toxic to animals. The seeds of C. pringlei are considered toxic if consumed raw. Not individually listed by ASPCA; as a precaution treat all plant parts except ripe flesh as potentially harmful to 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 matasano.

What should I do if my cat ate matasano?

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 matasano toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Matasano is toxic to dogs as well. See the full matasano pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to matasano?

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 matasano pet-safety