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Is Stained Glass Begonia toxic to cats?

Begonia 'Stained Glass'

Toxic to cats

Yes — stained glass begonia 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. The ASPCA classifies Begonia as toxic to cats and dogs. Begonia 'Stained Glass' contains soluble calcium oxalates, with the highest concentration in the rhizome and roots; ingestion causes oral pain, profuse drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing in pets.

What to do if your cat ate stained glass begonia

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

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

Is stained glass begonia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is stained glass begonia toxic to cats?

Yes — stained glass begonia is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA classifies Begonia as toxic to cats and dogs. Begonia 'Stained Glass' contains soluble calcium oxalates, with the highest concentration in the rhizome and roots; ingestion causes oral pain, profuse drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing in pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats stained glass begonia?

The ASPCA classifies Begonia as toxic to cats and dogs. Begonia 'Stained Glass' contains soluble calcium oxalates, with the highest concentration in the rhizome and roots; ingestion causes oral pain, profuse drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing 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 stained glass begonia.

What should I do if my cat ate stained glass begonia?

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 stained glass begonia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Stained Glass Begonia is toxic to dogs as well. See the full stained glass begonia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to stained glass begonia?

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 stained glass begonia pet-safety