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Is Three-Leaved Stork's Bill toxic to cats?

Erodium trifolium

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists three-leaved stork's bill as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Erodium trifolium is not listed by ASPCA as a toxic plant, and no documented toxic principles exist for this species within the genus Erodium. Because the ASPCA database does not carry a confirmed 'non-toxic' entry for this exact species, it is prudent to treat it as mildly-toxic; mild gastrointestinal irritation is possible if cats or dogs consume foliage. Seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate three-leaved stork's bill

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move three-leaved stork's bill 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 three-leaved stork's bill to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is three-leaved stork's bill toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is three-leaved stork's bill toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists three-leaved stork's bill as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Erodium trifolium is not listed by ASPCA as a toxic plant, and no documented toxic principles exist for this species within the genus Erodium. Because the ASPCA database does not carry a confirmed 'non-toxic' entry for this exact species, it is prudent to treat it as mildly-toxic; mild gastrointestinal irritation is possible if cats or dogs consume foliage. Seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats three-leaved stork's bill?

Erodium trifolium is not listed by ASPCA as a toxic plant, and no documented toxic principles exist for this species within the genus Erodium. Because the ASPCA database does not carry a confirmed 'non-toxic' entry for this exact species, it is prudent to treat it as mildly-toxic; mild gastrointestinal irritation is possible if cats or dogs consume foliage. Seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected. 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 three-leaved stork's bill.

What should I do if my cat ate three-leaved stork's bill?

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 three-leaved stork's bill toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Three-Leaved Stork's Bill is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full three-leaved stork's bill pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to three-leaved stork's bill?

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 three-leaved stork's bill pet-safety