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Is Tectured Schismatoglottis toxic to cats?

Schismatoglottis tecturata

Toxic to cats

Yes — tectured schismatoglottis 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. Schismatoglottis is a member of the Araceae family and contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral burning, swelling, and drooling in cats, dogs, and humans. S. tecturata is not individually listed by ASPCA, but Araceae calcium oxalate toxicity applies to the genus; treat as toxic to pets.

What to do if your cat ate tectured schismatoglottis

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

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

Is tectured schismatoglottis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is tectured schismatoglottis toxic to cats?

Yes — tectured schismatoglottis is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Schismatoglottis is a member of the Araceae family and contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral burning, swelling, and drooling in cats, dogs, and humans. S. tecturata is not individually listed by ASPCA, but Araceae calcium oxalate toxicity applies to the genus; treat as toxic to pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats tectured schismatoglottis?

Schismatoglottis is a member of the Araceae family and contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral burning, swelling, and drooling in cats, dogs, and humans. S. tecturata is not individually listed by ASPCA, but Araceae calcium oxalate toxicity applies to the genus; treat as toxic to pets. 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 tectured schismatoglottis.

What should I do if my cat ate tectured schismatoglottis?

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 tectured schismatoglottis toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Tectured Schismatoglottis is toxic to dogs as well. See the full tectured schismatoglottis pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to tectured schismatoglottis?

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 tectured schismatoglottis pet-safety