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Is Poisson's Nephthytis toxic to cats?

Nephthytis poissonii

Toxic to cats

Yes — poisson's nephthytis 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, but Nephthytis is an aroid genus and all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes immediate oral burning, drooling, and mucosal swelling in cats, dogs, and people. Keep away from animals and children.

What to do if your cat ate poisson's nephthytis

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

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

Is poisson's nephthytis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is poisson's nephthytis toxic to cats?

Yes — poisson's nephthytis is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, but Nephthytis is an aroid genus and all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes immediate oral burning, drooling, and mucosal swelling in cats, dogs, and people. Keep away from animals and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats poisson's nephthytis?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA, but Nephthytis is an aroid genus and all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes immediate oral burning, drooling, and mucosal swelling in cats, dogs, and people. Keep away from animals and children. 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 poisson's nephthytis.

What should I do if my cat ate poisson's nephthytis?

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 poisson's nephthytis toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Poisson's Nephthytis is toxic to dogs as well. See the full poisson's nephthytis pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to poisson's nephthytis?

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.

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