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Is Rhaphidophora Hongkongensis toxic to cats?

Rhaphidophora hongkongensis

Toxic to cats

Yes — rhaphidophora hongkongensis 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies Rhaphidophora as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral irritation, intense mouth and lip burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate rhaphidophora hongkongensis

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

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

Is rhaphidophora hongkongensis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is rhaphidophora hongkongensis toxic to cats?

Yes — rhaphidophora hongkongensis is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies Rhaphidophora as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral irritation, intense mouth and lip burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats rhaphidophora hongkongensis?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies Rhaphidophora as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral irritation, intense mouth and lip burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. 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 rhaphidophora hongkongensis.

What should I do if my cat ate rhaphidophora hongkongensis?

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 hongkongensis toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to rhaphidophora hongkongensis?

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 hongkongensis pet-safety