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Is Giant Chincherinchee toxic to cats?

Ornithogalum saundersiae

Toxic to cats

Yes — giant chincherinchee 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. The ASPCA lists Ornithogalum as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ornithogalum saundersiae contains cardiac glycosides throughout the plant; ingestion can cause gastrointestinal distress, drooling, and cardiac disturbance. All parts, including the cut stems in a vase, should be kept away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate giant chincherinchee

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

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

Is giant chincherinchee toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is giant chincherinchee toxic to cats?

Yes — giant chincherinchee is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Ornithogalum as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ornithogalum saundersiae contains cardiac glycosides throughout the plant; ingestion can cause gastrointestinal distress, drooling, and cardiac disturbance. All parts, including the cut stems in a vase, should be kept away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats giant chincherinchee?

The ASPCA lists Ornithogalum as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ornithogalum saundersiae contains cardiac glycosides throughout the plant; ingestion can cause gastrointestinal distress, drooling, and cardiac disturbance. All parts, including the cut stems in a vase, should be kept away from pets. 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 giant chincherinchee.

What should I do if my cat ate giant chincherinchee?

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 giant chincherinchee toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Giant Chincherinchee is toxic to dogs as well. See the full giant chincherinchee pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to giant chincherinchee?

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 giant chincherinchee pet-safety