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Is Meebold's Lagenandra toxic to cats?

Lagenandra meeboldii

Toxic to cats

Yes — meebold's lagenandra 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. As an Araceae member, Lagenandra meeboldii contains calcium oxalate crystals throughout its tissues. Ingestion causes oral irritation, drooling, swelling, and vomiting in cats, dogs, and people. Handle with care when pruning or dividing; wash hands thoroughly after contact.

What to do if your cat ate meebold's lagenandra

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

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

Is meebold's lagenandra toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is meebold's lagenandra toxic to cats?

Yes — meebold's lagenandra is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As an Araceae member, Lagenandra meeboldii contains calcium oxalate crystals throughout its tissues. Ingestion causes oral irritation, drooling, swelling, and vomiting in cats, dogs, and people. Handle with care when pruning or dividing; wash hands thoroughly after contact.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats meebold's lagenandra?

As an Araceae member, Lagenandra meeboldii contains calcium oxalate crystals throughout its tissues. Ingestion causes oral irritation, drooling, swelling, and vomiting in cats, dogs, and people. Handle with care when pruning or dividing; wash hands thoroughly after contact. 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 meebold's lagenandra.

What should I do if my cat ate meebold's lagenandra?

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 meebold's lagenandra toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Meebold's Lagenandra is toxic to dogs as well. See the full meebold's lagenandra pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to meebold's lagenandra?

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 meebold's lagenandra pet-safety