Is Robinia pseudoacacia 'Frisia' toxic to cats?

Yes — robinia pseudoacacia 'frisia' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to dogs, horses, livestock and people. The bark, seeds, leaves and inner wood contain the toxalbumin lectins robin and robitin (plus the glycoside robinin); ingestion causes vomiting, bloody diarrhoea, weakness, dilated pupils, irregular heartbeat and shock. Flagged by Pet Poison Helpline; veterinary attention is needed if eaten.

Toxic to dogs, horses, livestock and people. The bark, seeds, leaves and inner wood contain the toxalbumin lectins robin and robitin (plus the glycoside robinin); ingestion causes vomiting, bloody diarrhoea, weakness, dilated pupils, irregular heartbeat and shock. Flagged by Pet Poison Helpline; veterinary attention is needed if eaten. 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 robinia pseudoacacia 'frisia'.

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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Robinia pseudoacacia 'Frisia' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full robinia pseudoacacia 'frisia' pet-safety guide for both species.

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.