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Is Treub's Scindapsus toxic to cats?

Scindapsus treubii

Toxic to cats

Yes — treub's scindapsus 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. All Scindapsus species contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. The ASPCA lists the closely related Scindapsus pictus (satin pothos) as toxic to dogs and cats, causing oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Treat Scindapsus treubii with the same precautions.

What to do if your cat ate treub's scindapsus

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

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

Is treub's scindapsus toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is treub's scindapsus toxic to cats?

Yes — treub's scindapsus is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All Scindapsus species contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. The ASPCA lists the closely related Scindapsus pictus (satin pothos) as toxic to dogs and cats, causing oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Treat Scindapsus treubii with the same precautions.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats treub's scindapsus?

All Scindapsus species contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. The ASPCA lists the closely related Scindapsus pictus (satin pothos) as toxic to dogs and cats, causing oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Treat Scindapsus treubii with the same precautions. 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 treub's scindapsus.

What should I do if my cat ate treub's scindapsus?

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 treub's scindapsus toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Treub's Scindapsus is toxic to dogs as well. See the full treub's scindapsus pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to treub's scindapsus?

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 treub's scindapsus pet-safety