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Is Red Kohleria toxic to cats?

Kohleria eriantha

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists red kohleria 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. Kohleria eriantha is not individually listed by the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database. While related Gesneriaceae genera (Saintpaulia, Episcia) are ASPCA-listed as non-toxic, Kohleria has not been formally assessed. A precautionary mildly-toxic rating is applied; contact a vet if a pet ingests the plant.

What to do if your cat ate red kohleria

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

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

Is red kohleria toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is red kohleria toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists red kohleria 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. Kohleria eriantha is not individually listed by the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database. While related Gesneriaceae genera (Saintpaulia, Episcia) are ASPCA-listed as non-toxic, Kohleria has not been formally assessed. A precautionary mildly-toxic rating is applied; contact a vet if a pet ingests the plant.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats red kohleria?

Kohleria eriantha is not individually listed by the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database. While related Gesneriaceae genera (Saintpaulia, Episcia) are ASPCA-listed as non-toxic, Kohleria has not been formally assessed. A precautionary mildly-toxic rating is applied; contact a vet if a pet ingests the plant. 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 red kohleria.

What should I do if my cat ate red kohleria?

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 red kohleria toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Red Kohleria is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full red kohleria pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to red kohleria?

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 red kohleria pet-safety