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Is net-vein camellia toxic to cats?

Camellia reticulata

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists net-vein camellia 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. Camellia reticulata is not individually listed by ASPCA. As with other Camellia species, the genus contains trace caffeine-related alkaloids. Ingestion of foliage or seeds may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets. ASPCA lists Camellia japonica as non-toxic, and C. reticulata is in the same genus; however, out of caution, prevent pets from consuming plant material regularly.

What to do if your cat ate net-vein camellia

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

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

Is net-vein camellia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is net-vein camellia toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists net-vein camellia 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. Camellia reticulata is not individually listed by ASPCA. As with other Camellia species, the genus contains trace caffeine-related alkaloids. Ingestion of foliage or seeds may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets. ASPCA lists Camellia japonica as non-toxic, and C. reticulata is in the same genus; however, out of caution, prevent pets from consuming plant material regularly.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats net-vein camellia?

Camellia reticulata is not individually listed by ASPCA. As with other Camellia species, the genus contains trace caffeine-related alkaloids. Ingestion of foliage or seeds may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets. ASPCA lists Camellia japonica as non-toxic, and C. reticulata is in the same genus; however, out of caution, prevent pets from consuming plant material regularly. 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 net-vein camellia.

What should I do if my cat ate net-vein camellia?

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 net-vein camellia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: net-vein camellia is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full net-vein camellia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to net-vein camellia?

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 net-vein camellia pet-safety