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Is Wavy Nerine toxic to cats?

Nerine undulata

Toxic to cats

Yes — wavy nerine 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. Nerine undulata belongs to the Amaryllidaceae and the ASPCA lists Nerine as toxic to dogs and cats. Lycorine and related alkaloids are present throughout the plant, concentrated in the bulb. Ingestion causes vomiting, excess salivation, and lethargy. All pets should be kept away from bulbs and foliage.

What to do if your cat ate wavy nerine

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

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

Is wavy nerine toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is wavy nerine toxic to cats?

Yes — wavy nerine is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Nerine undulata belongs to the Amaryllidaceae and the ASPCA lists Nerine as toxic to dogs and cats. Lycorine and related alkaloids are present throughout the plant, concentrated in the bulb. Ingestion causes vomiting, excess salivation, and lethargy. All pets should be kept away from bulbs and foliage.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats wavy nerine?

Nerine undulata belongs to the Amaryllidaceae and the ASPCA lists Nerine as toxic to dogs and cats. Lycorine and related alkaloids are present throughout the plant, concentrated in the bulb. Ingestion causes vomiting, excess salivation, and lethargy. All pets should be kept away from bulbs and foliage. 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 wavy nerine.

What should I do if my cat ate wavy nerine?

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 wavy nerine toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Wavy Nerine is toxic to dogs as well. See the full wavy nerine pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to wavy nerine?

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 wavy nerine pet-safety