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Is Tradescantia mundula toxic to cats?

Tradescantia mundula

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists tradescantia mundula 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. The genus Tradescantia is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The clear, watery sap causes dermatitis and skin/paw irritation on contact, and chewing the foliage can cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Keep trailing stems out of reach of pets that nibble.

What to do if your cat ate tradescantia mundula

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

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

Is tradescantia mundula toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is tradescantia mundula toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists tradescantia mundula 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. The genus Tradescantia is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The clear, watery sap causes dermatitis and skin/paw irritation on contact, and chewing the foliage can cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Keep trailing stems out of reach of pets that nibble.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats tradescantia mundula?

The genus Tradescantia is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The clear, watery sap causes dermatitis and skin/paw irritation on contact, and chewing the foliage can cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Keep trailing stems out of reach of pets that nibble. 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 tradescantia mundula.

What should I do if my cat ate tradescantia mundula?

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 tradescantia mundula toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Tradescantia mundula is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full tradescantia mundula pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to tradescantia mundula?

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 tradescantia mundula pet-safety