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Is Syngonium rayii toxic to cats?

Syngonium rayii

Toxic to cats

Yes — syngonium rayii 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) as toxic, and this aroid contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing.

What to do if your cat ate syngonium rayii

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

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

Is syngonium rayii toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is syngonium rayii toxic to cats?

Yes — syngonium rayii 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) as toxic, and this aroid contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats syngonium rayii?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies the genus Syngonium (arrowhead vine) as toxic, and this aroid contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral irritation, 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 rayii.

What should I do if my cat ate syngonium rayii?

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 rayii toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to syngonium rayii?

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 rayii pet-safety