Is Rosa Bianca Aubergine toxic to cats?

Yes — rosa bianca aubergine 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 classes the Solanum genus (nightshades) as toxic; the foliage, stems and unripe fruit of aubergine contain solanine-type glycoalkaloids. Signs of ingestion include hypersalivation, vomiting, diarrhoea and lethargy, with neurological effects at higher doses. Cooked ripe fruit is usually tolerated, but the plant itself should be kept out of reach.

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classes the Solanum genus (nightshades) as toxic; the foliage, stems and unripe fruit of aubergine contain solanine-type glycoalkaloids. Signs of ingestion include hypersalivation, vomiting, diarrhoea and lethargy, with neurological effects at higher doses. Cooked ripe fruit is usually tolerated, but the plant itself should be kept out of reach. 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 rosa bianca aubergine.

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: Rosa Bianca Aubergine is toxic to dogs as well. See the full rosa bianca aubergine 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.