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Is Rolling Houseleek toxic to cats?

Jovibarba globifera

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists rolling houseleek 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. Jovibarba globifera is not individually assessed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Its close genus Sempervivum is ASPCA non-toxic, but without a confirmed direct listing for Jovibarba, classify as mildly-toxic as a precautionary measure.

What to do if your cat ate rolling houseleek

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

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

Is rolling houseleek toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is rolling houseleek toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists rolling houseleek 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. Jovibarba globifera is not individually assessed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Its close genus Sempervivum is ASPCA non-toxic, but without a confirmed direct listing for Jovibarba, classify as mildly-toxic as a precautionary measure.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats rolling houseleek?

Jovibarba globifera is not individually assessed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Its close genus Sempervivum is ASPCA non-toxic, but without a confirmed direct listing for Jovibarba, classify as mildly-toxic as a precautionary measure. 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 rolling houseleek.

What should I do if my cat ate rolling houseleek?

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 rolling houseleek toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Rolling Houseleek is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full rolling houseleek pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to rolling houseleek?

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 rolling houseleek pet-safety