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Is Rhaphidophora korthalsii toxic to cats?

Rhaphidophora korthalsii

Toxic to cats

Yes — rhaphidophora korthalsii 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 aroid genera in the Araceae, including Rhaphidophora, as toxic; all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Chewing causes oral pain, swelling, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing, and the sap can irritate skin.

What to do if your cat ate rhaphidophora korthalsii

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

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

Is rhaphidophora korthalsii toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is rhaphidophora korthalsii toxic to cats?

Yes — rhaphidophora korthalsii 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 aroid genera in the Araceae, including Rhaphidophora, as toxic; all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Chewing causes oral pain, swelling, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing, and the sap can irritate skin.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats rhaphidophora korthalsii?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies aroid genera in the Araceae, including Rhaphidophora, as toxic; all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Chewing causes oral pain, swelling, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing, and the sap can irritate skin. 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 korthalsii.

What should I do if my cat ate rhaphidophora korthalsii?

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 korthalsii toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to rhaphidophora korthalsii?

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 korthalsii pet-safety