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Is Poison Lagenandra toxic to cats?

Lagenandra toxicaria

Toxic to cats

Yes — poison lagenandra 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 species epithet 'toxicaria' reflects genuine and significant toxicity. As an Araceae member, it contains abundant calcium oxalate crystals and has been used historically as a fish poison in Sri Lanka. Ingestion by pets or humans causes severe oral pain, swelling, drooling, and gastrointestinal distress. Keep completely away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate poison lagenandra

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

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

Is poison lagenandra toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is poison lagenandra toxic to cats?

Yes — poison lagenandra is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The species epithet 'toxicaria' reflects genuine and significant toxicity. As an Araceae member, it contains abundant calcium oxalate crystals and has been used historically as a fish poison in Sri Lanka. Ingestion by pets or humans causes severe oral pain, swelling, drooling, and gastrointestinal distress. Keep completely away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats poison lagenandra?

The species epithet 'toxicaria' reflects genuine and significant toxicity. As an Araceae member, it contains abundant calcium oxalate crystals and has been used historically as a fish poison in Sri Lanka. Ingestion by pets or humans causes severe oral pain, swelling, drooling, and gastrointestinal distress. Keep completely 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 poison lagenandra.

What should I do if my cat ate poison lagenandra?

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 poison lagenandra toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Poison Lagenandra is toxic to dogs as well. See the full poison lagenandra pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to poison lagenandra?

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 poison lagenandra pet-safety