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Is Petra Croton toxic to cats?

Codiaeum variegatum 'Petra'

Toxic to cats

Yes — petra croton 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA and Pet Poison Helpline list croton (Codiaeum variegatum) as toxic; the milky sap contains diterpene esters that irritate the mouth and gut. Ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, and mouth or skin irritation. The sap can also irritate human skin, so handle with care.

What to do if your cat ate petra croton

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

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

Is petra croton toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is petra croton toxic to cats?

Yes — petra croton is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA and Pet Poison Helpline list croton (Codiaeum variegatum) as toxic; the milky sap contains diterpene esters that irritate the mouth and gut. Ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, and mouth or skin irritation. The sap can also irritate human skin, so handle with care.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats petra croton?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA and Pet Poison Helpline list croton (Codiaeum variegatum) as toxic; the milky sap contains diterpene esters that irritate the mouth and gut. Ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, and mouth or skin irritation. The sap can also irritate human skin, so handle with care. 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 petra croton.

What should I do if my cat ate petra croton?

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 petra croton toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Petra Croton is toxic to dogs as well. See the full petra croton pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to petra croton?

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 petra croton pet-safety