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Is Narrow-petal Frangipani toxic to cats?

Plumeria stenopetala

Toxic to cats

Yes — narrow-petal frangipani 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. Contains the same toxic milky latex sap found across the Plumeria genus throughout its bark, stems, and leaves. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, and gastrointestinal irritation in dogs, cats, and humans. ASPCA lists the Plumeria genus as toxic. Handle with gloves — sap can irritate skin and eyes.

What to do if your cat ate narrow-petal frangipani

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move narrow-petal frangipani 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 narrow-petal frangipani to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is narrow-petal frangipani toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is narrow-petal frangipani toxic to cats?

Yes — narrow-petal frangipani is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Contains the same toxic milky latex sap found across the Plumeria genus throughout its bark, stems, and leaves. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, and gastrointestinal irritation in dogs, cats, and humans. ASPCA lists the Plumeria genus as toxic. Handle with gloves — sap can irritate skin and eyes.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats narrow-petal frangipani?

Contains the same toxic milky latex sap found across the Plumeria genus throughout its bark, stems, and leaves. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, and gastrointestinal irritation in dogs, cats, and humans. ASPCA lists the Plumeria genus as toxic. Handle with gloves — sap can irritate skin and eyes. 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 narrow-petal frangipani.

What should I do if my cat ate narrow-petal frangipani?

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 narrow-petal frangipani toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Narrow-petal Frangipani is toxic to dogs as well. See the full narrow-petal frangipani pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to narrow-petal frangipani?

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 narrow-petal frangipani pet-safety