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Is Stephania Erecta toxic to cats?

Stephania erecta

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists stephania erecta 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. Stephania erecta is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so its safety is unverified; treat with caution and verify with a vet. It belongs to Menispermaceae, a family rich in bioactive alkaloids, so assume it is potentially harmful if eaten and keep it away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate stephania erecta

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

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

Is stephania erecta toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is stephania erecta toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists stephania erecta 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. Stephania erecta is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so its safety is unverified; treat with caution and verify with a vet. It belongs to Menispermaceae, a family rich in bioactive alkaloids, so assume it is potentially harmful if eaten and keep it away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats stephania erecta?

Stephania erecta is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so its safety is unverified; treat with caution and verify with a vet. It belongs to Menispermaceae, a family rich in bioactive alkaloids, so assume it is potentially harmful if eaten and keep it away from pets and children. 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 stephania erecta.

What should I do if my cat ate stephania erecta?

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 stephania erecta toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Stephania Erecta is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full stephania erecta pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to stephania erecta?

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 stephania erecta pet-safety