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Is Pearson's Tylecodon toxic to cats?

Tylecodon pearsonii

Toxic to cats

Yes — pearson's tylecodon 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. Contains bufadienolide cardiac glycosides (cotyledoside and related tyledosides) common to the Tylecodon genus. These compounds are neurotoxic and cardiotoxic, causing krimpsiekte in livestock and posing serious risk to pets and humans. Not individually listed in the ASPCA database, but toxicity across the genus is documented in peer-reviewed veterinary science (NCBI/PMC) and by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). Treat as severely toxic.

What to do if your cat ate pearson's tylecodon

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

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

Is pearson's tylecodon toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is pearson's tylecodon toxic to cats?

Yes — pearson's tylecodon is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Contains bufadienolide cardiac glycosides (cotyledoside and related tyledosides) common to the Tylecodon genus. These compounds are neurotoxic and cardiotoxic, causing krimpsiekte in livestock and posing serious risk to pets and humans. Not individually listed in the ASPCA database, but toxicity across the genus is documented in peer-reviewed veterinary science (NCBI/PMC) and by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). Treat as severely toxic.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats pearson's tylecodon?

Contains bufadienolide cardiac glycosides (cotyledoside and related tyledosides) common to the Tylecodon genus. These compounds are neurotoxic and cardiotoxic, causing krimpsiekte in livestock and posing serious risk to pets and humans. Not individually listed in the ASPCA database, but toxicity across the genus is documented in peer-reviewed veterinary science (NCBI/PMC) and by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). Treat as severely toxic. 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 pearson's tylecodon.

What should I do if my cat ate pearson's tylecodon?

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 pearson's tylecodon toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pearson's Tylecodon is toxic to dogs as well. See the full pearson's tylecodon pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to pearson's tylecodon?

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 pearson's tylecodon pet-safety