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Is Monstera Lechleriana toxic to cats?

Monstera lechleriana

Toxic to cats

Yes — monstera lechleriana 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. ASPCA lists Monstera as toxic to cats and dogs. Like all Monstera, M. lechleriana contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate monstera lechleriana

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

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

Is monstera lechleriana toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is monstera lechleriana toxic to cats?

Yes — monstera lechleriana is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Monstera as toxic to cats and dogs. Like all Monstera, M. lechleriana contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats monstera lechleriana?

ASPCA lists Monstera as toxic to cats and dogs. Like all Monstera, M. lechleriana contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. 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 monstera lechleriana.

What should I do if my cat ate monstera lechleriana?

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 lechleriana toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to monstera lechleriana?

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 lechleriana pet-safety