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Is Starry Solomon's Seal toxic to cats?

Maianthemum stellatum

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists starry solomon's seal 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. The berries and rhizomes contain steroidal saponins; Maianthemum stellatum is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Related Maianthemum species are documented to contain saponins that can cause gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in cats and dogs. Do not assume safe — keep pets away from berries and foliage.

What to do if your cat ate starry solomon's seal

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

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

Is starry solomon's seal toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is starry solomon's seal toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists starry solomon's seal 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. The berries and rhizomes contain steroidal saponins; Maianthemum stellatum is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Related Maianthemum species are documented to contain saponins that can cause gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in cats and dogs. Do not assume safe — keep pets away from berries and foliage.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats starry solomon's seal?

The berries and rhizomes contain steroidal saponins; Maianthemum stellatum is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Related Maianthemum species are documented to contain saponins that can cause gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in cats and dogs. Do not assume safe — keep pets away from berries and foliage. 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 starry solomon's seal.

What should I do if my cat ate starry solomon's seal?

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 starry solomon's seal toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Starry Solomon's Seal is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full starry solomon's seal pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to starry solomon's seal?

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 starry solomon's seal pet-safety