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Is Nicotiana × sanderae 'Starmaker Lime' toxic to cats?

Nicotiana × sanderae 'Starmaker Lime'

Toxic to cats

Yes — nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime' 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. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (the Nicotiana genus is listed as toxic). Like all flowering tobaccos, it contains nicotine and related pyridine and piperidine alkaloids (anabasine, nornicotine). Ingestion causes hyperexcitability then depression, vomiting, incoordination, rapid heart rate, and potentially paralysis or death. Keep away from pets and seek veterinary help immediately if eaten.

What to do if your cat ate nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime' 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 nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime' toxic to cats?

Yes — nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (the Nicotiana genus is listed as toxic). Like all flowering tobaccos, it contains nicotine and related pyridine and piperidine alkaloids (anabasine, nornicotine). Ingestion causes hyperexcitability then depression, vomiting, incoordination, rapid heart rate, and potentially paralysis or death. Keep away from pets and seek veterinary help immediately if eaten.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime'?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (the Nicotiana genus is listed as toxic). Like all flowering tobaccos, it contains nicotine and related pyridine and piperidine alkaloids (anabasine, nornicotine). Ingestion causes hyperexcitability then depression, vomiting, incoordination, rapid heart rate, and potentially paralysis or death. Keep away from pets and seek veterinary help immediately if eaten. 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 nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime'.

What should I do if my cat ate nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime'?

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 nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Nicotiana × sanderae 'Starmaker Lime' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to nicotiana × sanderae 'starmaker lime'?

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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