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Is Monstera Spruceana toxic to cats?

Monstera spruceana

Toxic to cats

Yes — monstera spruceana 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 classifies Monstera as toxic to cats and dogs. M. spruceana contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes intense oral irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and swelling. Not pet-safe.

What to do if your cat ate monstera spruceana

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

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

Is monstera spruceana toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is monstera spruceana toxic to cats?

Yes — monstera spruceana is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA classifies Monstera as toxic to cats and dogs. M. spruceana contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes intense oral irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and swelling. Not pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats monstera spruceana?

ASPCA classifies Monstera as toxic to cats and dogs. M. spruceana contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes intense oral irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and swelling. Not pet-safe. 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 spruceana.

What should I do if my cat ate monstera spruceana?

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 spruceana toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to monstera spruceana?

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 spruceana pet-safety