Is Spotted Nomocharis toxic to cats?

Yes — spotted nomocharis is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Nomocharis belongs to the Liliaceae (true lily family). True lilies are classified by the ASPCA as severely toxic to cats, causing acute kidney failure even from ingestion of small amounts of pollen, leaves, or petals; the specific nephrotoxic principle is unidentified. Dogs may experience gastrointestinal upset. Keep all parts strictly away from cats.

Nomocharis belongs to the Liliaceae (true lily family). True lilies are classified by the ASPCA as severely toxic to cats, causing acute kidney failure even from ingestion of small amounts of pollen, leaves, or petals; the specific nephrotoxic principle is unidentified. Dogs may experience gastrointestinal upset. Keep all parts strictly away from cats. 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 spotted nomocharis.

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: Spotted Nomocharis is toxic to dogs as well. See the full spotted nomocharis 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.