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Is Stoloniferous Sundew toxic to cats?

Drosera stolonifera

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists stoloniferous sundew 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. Drosera genus is not specifically listed in the ASPCA database as toxic or non-toxic; plants contain plumbagin which may cause mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested. Treat as mildly-toxic for cats and dogs until confirmed otherwise.

What to do if your cat ate stoloniferous sundew

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

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

Is stoloniferous sundew toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is stoloniferous sundew toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists stoloniferous sundew 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. Drosera genus is not specifically listed in the ASPCA database as toxic or non-toxic; plants contain plumbagin which may cause mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested. Treat as mildly-toxic for cats and dogs until confirmed otherwise.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats stoloniferous sundew?

Drosera genus is not specifically listed in the ASPCA database as toxic or non-toxic; plants contain plumbagin which may cause mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested. Treat as mildly-toxic for cats and dogs until confirmed otherwise. 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 stoloniferous sundew.

What should I do if my cat ate stoloniferous sundew?

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 stoloniferous sundew toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Stoloniferous Sundew is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full stoloniferous sundew pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to stoloniferous sundew?

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 stoloniferous sundew pet-safety