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Is Philodendron Warscewiczii toxic to cats?

Philodendron warscewiczii

Toxic to cats

Yes — philodendron warscewiczii 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 lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. The foliage contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral pain, profuse drooling, vomiting and swallowing difficulty if chewed. Keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate philodendron warscewiczii

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

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

Is philodendron warscewiczii toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is philodendron warscewiczii toxic to cats?

Yes — philodendron warscewiczii is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. The foliage contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral pain, profuse drooling, vomiting and swallowing difficulty if chewed. Keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats philodendron warscewiczii?

ASPCA lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. The foliage contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral pain, profuse drooling, vomiting and swallowing difficulty if chewed. Keep away from pets and children. 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 philodendron warscewiczii.

What should I do if my cat ate philodendron warscewiczii?

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 philodendron warscewiczii toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Philodendron Warscewiczii is toxic to dogs as well. See the full philodendron warscewiczii pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to philodendron warscewiczii?

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 philodendron warscewiczii pet-safety