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Is Monstera standleyana toxic to cats?

Monstera standleyana

Toxic to cats

Yes — monstera standleyana 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, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Chewing or ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, lips, and tongue, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep trailing stems out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate monstera standleyana

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

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

Is monstera standleyana toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is monstera standleyana toxic to cats?

Yes — monstera standleyana 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, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Chewing or ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, lips, and tongue, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep trailing stems out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats monstera standleyana?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies Monstera as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Chewing or ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, lips, and tongue, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep trailing stems out of reach of 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 standleyana.

What should I do if my cat ate monstera standleyana?

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 standleyana toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to monstera standleyana?

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 standleyana pet-safety