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Is Streambank Lupine toxic to cats?

Lupinus rivularis

Toxic to cats

Yes — streambank lupine 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. As a member of the genus Lupinus, Lupinus rivularis is toxic to dogs, cats, and horses per ASPCA guidance on Lupinus. Quinolizidine alkaloids are present throughout the plant, concentrated in seeds and pods. Seeds and pods present the highest risk; keep pets and livestock away from fruiting plants.

What to do if your cat ate streambank lupine

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

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

Is streambank lupine toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is streambank lupine toxic to cats?

Yes — streambank lupine is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As a member of the genus Lupinus, Lupinus rivularis is toxic to dogs, cats, and horses per ASPCA guidance on Lupinus. Quinolizidine alkaloids are present throughout the plant, concentrated in seeds and pods. Seeds and pods present the highest risk; keep pets and livestock away from fruiting plants.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats streambank lupine?

As a member of the genus Lupinus, Lupinus rivularis is toxic to dogs, cats, and horses per ASPCA guidance on Lupinus. Quinolizidine alkaloids are present throughout the plant, concentrated in seeds and pods. Seeds and pods present the highest risk; keep pets and livestock away from fruiting plants. 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 streambank lupine.

What should I do if my cat ate streambank lupine?

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 streambank lupine toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Streambank Lupine is toxic to dogs as well. See the full streambank lupine pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to streambank lupine?

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 streambank lupine pet-safety