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Is Brown Spiderwort toxic to cats?

Siderasis fuscata

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists brown spiderwort 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. Siderasis fuscata is not listed individually by the ASPCA. As a member of the Commelinaceae family — which includes some mildly irritant members — a precautionary 'mildly-toxic' rating is applied. Sap may cause mild skin irritation; ingestion may cause gastrointestinal upset in pets.

What to do if your cat ate brown spiderwort

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

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

Is brown spiderwort toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is brown spiderwort toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists brown spiderwort 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. Siderasis fuscata is not listed individually by the ASPCA. As a member of the Commelinaceae family — which includes some mildly irritant members — a precautionary 'mildly-toxic' rating is applied. Sap may cause mild skin irritation; ingestion may cause gastrointestinal upset in pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats brown spiderwort?

Siderasis fuscata is not listed individually by the ASPCA. As a member of the Commelinaceae family — which includes some mildly irritant members — a precautionary 'mildly-toxic' rating is applied. Sap may cause mild skin irritation; ingestion may cause gastrointestinal upset in pets. 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 brown spiderwort.

What should I do if my cat ate brown spiderwort?

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 brown spiderwort toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Brown Spiderwort is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full brown spiderwort pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to brown spiderwort?

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 brown spiderwort pet-safety