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Is Callisia Repens 'Pink Lady' toxic to cats?

Callisia repens 'Pink Lady'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists callisia repens 'pink lady' as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Callisia repens is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but it sits in the Commelinaceae family with the ASPCA-listed toxic Tradescantia (Inch Plant), and C. repens is a documented cause of allergic contact dermatitis in pets. Treat as a mild skin and GI irritant; verify with a vet if a pet chews it.

What to do if your cat ate callisia repens 'pink lady'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move callisia repens 'pink lady' 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 callisia repens 'pink lady' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is callisia repens 'pink lady' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is callisia repens 'pink lady' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists callisia repens 'pink lady' as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Callisia repens is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but it sits in the Commelinaceae family with the ASPCA-listed toxic Tradescantia (Inch Plant), and C. repens is a documented cause of allergic contact dermatitis in pets. Treat as a mild skin and GI irritant; verify with a vet if a pet chews it.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats callisia repens 'pink lady'?

Callisia repens is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but it sits in the Commelinaceae family with the ASPCA-listed toxic Tradescantia (Inch Plant), and C. repens is a documented cause of allergic contact dermatitis in pets. Treat as a mild skin and GI irritant; verify with a vet if a pet chews it. 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 callisia repens 'pink lady'.

What should I do if my cat ate callisia repens 'pink lady'?

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 callisia repens 'pink lady' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Callisia Repens 'Pink Lady' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full callisia repens 'pink lady' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to callisia repens 'pink lady'?

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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