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Is Munby's Rock Rose toxic to cats?

Cistus munbyi

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists munby's rock rose as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Cistus munbyi is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database. No toxic principle specific to this species has been confirmed in veterinary literature. As explicit non-toxic status cannot be verified, a precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied; if pets ingest plant material, monitor for gastrointestinal upset and consult a vet.

What to do if your cat ate munby's rock rose

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

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

Is munby's rock rose toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is munby's rock rose toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists munby's rock rose as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Cistus munbyi is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database. No toxic principle specific to this species has been confirmed in veterinary literature. As explicit non-toxic status cannot be verified, a precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied; if pets ingest plant material, monitor for gastrointestinal upset and consult a vet.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats munby's rock rose?

Cistus munbyi is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database. No toxic principle specific to this species has been confirmed in veterinary literature. As explicit non-toxic status cannot be verified, a precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied; if pets ingest plant material, monitor for gastrointestinal upset and consult a vet. 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 munby's rock rose.

What should I do if my cat ate munby's rock 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 munby's rock rose toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Munby's Rock Rose is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full munby's rock rose pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to munby's rock 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 munby's rock rose pet-safety