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Is Rhaphidophora Foraminifera toxic to cats?

Rhaphidophora foraminifera

Toxic to cats

Yes — rhaphidophora foraminifera 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 does not list this species individually, but Rhaphidophora is an aroid genus containing insoluble calcium oxalate crystals like related toxic aroids; ingestion causes oral burning, drooling and vomiting. Treat as toxic to cats and dogs and keep away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate rhaphidophora foraminifera

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

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

Is rhaphidophora foraminifera toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is rhaphidophora foraminifera toxic to cats?

Yes — rhaphidophora foraminifera is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA does not list this species individually, but Rhaphidophora is an aroid genus containing insoluble calcium oxalate crystals like related toxic aroids; ingestion causes oral burning, drooling and vomiting. Treat as toxic to cats and dogs and keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats rhaphidophora foraminifera?

ASPCA does not list this species individually, but Rhaphidophora is an aroid genus containing insoluble calcium oxalate crystals like related toxic aroids; ingestion causes oral burning, drooling and vomiting. Treat as toxic to cats and dogs and keep away from pets. 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 rhaphidophora foraminifera.

What should I do if my cat ate rhaphidophora foraminifera?

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 rhaphidophora foraminifera toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Rhaphidophora Foraminifera is toxic to dogs as well. See the full rhaphidophora foraminifera pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to rhaphidophora foraminifera?

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 rhaphidophora foraminifera pet-safety