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Is Striped Tylecodon toxic to cats?

Tylecodon striatus

Toxic to cats

Yes — striped tylecodon 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. All Tylecodon species contain cardiotoxic and cumulatively neurotoxic bufadienolides (tyledosides). Ingestion by pets or livestock causes krimpsiekte — a potentially fatal paretic syndrome. Keep away from dogs, cats, and children. Wear gloves when handling; wash hands thoroughly afterward.

What to do if your cat ate striped tylecodon

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

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

Is striped tylecodon toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is striped tylecodon toxic to cats?

Yes — striped tylecodon is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All Tylecodon species contain cardiotoxic and cumulatively neurotoxic bufadienolides (tyledosides). Ingestion by pets or livestock causes krimpsiekte — a potentially fatal paretic syndrome. Keep away from dogs, cats, and children. Wear gloves when handling; wash hands thoroughly afterward.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats striped tylecodon?

All Tylecodon species contain cardiotoxic and cumulatively neurotoxic bufadienolides (tyledosides). Ingestion by pets or livestock causes krimpsiekte — a potentially fatal paretic syndrome. Keep away from dogs, cats, and children. Wear gloves when handling; wash hands thoroughly afterward. 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 striped tylecodon.

What should I do if my cat ate striped tylecodon?

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 striped tylecodon toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Striped Tylecodon is toxic to dogs as well. See the full striped tylecodon pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to striped tylecodon?

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 striped tylecodon pet-safety