Is Tiger Lily toxic to cats?

Yes — tiger lily is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Severely toxic to cats (ASPCA confirmed, genus Lilium). All parts — leaves, flowers, pollen, stem, and bulbs — cause acute kidney failure in cats, often fatal within 24–72 hours without emergency treatment. Also noted to cause GI upset in dogs. Must be kept completely away from cats.

Severely toxic to cats (ASPCA confirmed, genus Lilium). All parts — leaves, flowers, pollen, stem, and bulbs — cause acute kidney failure in cats, often fatal within 24–72 hours without emergency treatment. Also noted to cause GI upset in dogs. Must be kept completely away from cats. 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 tiger lily.

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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Tiger Lily is toxic to dogs as well. See the full tiger lily pet-safety guide for both species.

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.