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Is Monstera Costaricensis toxic to cats?

Monstera costaricensis

Toxic to cats

Yes — monstera costaricensis 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies Monstera as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral and lip burning, excessive drooling, vomiting and trouble swallowing. Site it away from curious pets.

What to do if your cat ate monstera costaricensis

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

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

Is monstera costaricensis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is monstera costaricensis toxic to cats?

Yes — monstera costaricensis is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies Monstera as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral and lip burning, excessive drooling, vomiting and trouble swallowing. Site it away from curious pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats monstera costaricensis?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies Monstera as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral and lip burning, excessive drooling, vomiting and trouble swallowing. Site it away from curious pets. 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 monstera costaricensis.

What should I do if my cat ate monstera costaricensis?

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 monstera costaricensis toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to monstera costaricensis?

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 monstera costaricensis pet-safety