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Is Stalked Podolasia toxic to cats?

Podolasia stipitata

Toxic to cats

Yes — stalked podolasia 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. Podolasia stipitata belongs to the family Araceae and, like all aroids, contains calcium oxalate raphides. Ingestion causes immediate oral burning, swelling, excessive salivation, and gastrointestinal distress in pets and humans. Not individually listed by ASPCA, but the Araceae family's calcium oxalate toxicity is well established.

What to do if your cat ate stalked podolasia

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

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

Is stalked podolasia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is stalked podolasia toxic to cats?

Yes — stalked podolasia is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Podolasia stipitata belongs to the family Araceae and, like all aroids, contains calcium oxalate raphides. Ingestion causes immediate oral burning, swelling, excessive salivation, and gastrointestinal distress in pets and humans. Not individually listed by ASPCA, but the Araceae family's calcium oxalate toxicity is well established.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats stalked podolasia?

Podolasia stipitata belongs to the family Araceae and, like all aroids, contains calcium oxalate raphides. Ingestion causes immediate oral burning, swelling, excessive salivation, and gastrointestinal distress in pets and humans. Not individually listed by ASPCA, but the Araceae family's calcium oxalate toxicity is well established. 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 stalked podolasia.

What should I do if my cat ate stalked podolasia?

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 stalked podolasia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Stalked Podolasia is toxic to dogs as well. See the full stalked podolasia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to stalked podolasia?

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 stalked podolasia pet-safety