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Is Syngonium macrophyllum toxic to cats?

Syngonium macrophyllum

Toxic to cats

Yes — syngonium macrophyllum 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies the genus Syngonium (arrowhead vine, nephthytis) as toxic, and this aroid contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral pain, profuse drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing.

What to do if your cat ate syngonium macrophyllum

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

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

Is syngonium macrophyllum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is syngonium macrophyllum toxic to cats?

Yes — syngonium macrophyllum is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies the genus Syngonium (arrowhead vine, nephthytis) as toxic, and this aroid contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral pain, profuse drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats syngonium macrophyllum?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies the genus Syngonium (arrowhead vine, nephthytis) as toxic, and this aroid contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral pain, profuse drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. 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 syngonium macrophyllum.

What should I do if my cat ate syngonium macrophyllum?

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 syngonium macrophyllum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Syngonium macrophyllum is toxic to dogs as well. See the full syngonium macrophyllum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to syngonium macrophyllum?

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 syngonium macrophyllum pet-safety