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Is Moss rose toxic to cats?

Portulaca grandiflora

Toxic to cats

Yes — moss rose 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. The ASPCA lists Portulaca (Portulaca grandiflora) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, with soluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle. Ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, weakness and depression; large amounts risk kidney injury. Keep away from pets and grazing animals, and contact a vet or ASPCA Poison Control (888-426-4435) if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate moss rose

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

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

Is moss rose toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is moss rose toxic to cats?

Yes — moss rose is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Portulaca (Portulaca grandiflora) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, with soluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle. Ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, weakness and depression; large amounts risk kidney injury. Keep away from pets and grazing animals, and contact a vet or ASPCA Poison Control (888-426-4435) if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats moss rose?

The ASPCA lists Portulaca (Portulaca grandiflora) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, with soluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle. Ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, weakness and depression; large amounts risk kidney injury. Keep away from pets and grazing animals, and contact a vet or ASPCA Poison Control (888-426-4435) if ingestion is suspected. 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 moss rose.

What should I do if my cat ate moss rose?

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 moss rose toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to moss rose?

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 moss rose pet-safety