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Is Tradescantia Sillamontana toxic to cats?

Tradescantia sillamontana

Toxic to cats

Yes — tradescantia sillamontana 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 per the ASPCA, which lists Tradescantia (spiderwort/wandering jew). The sap commonly causes dermatitis and skin irritation, and ingestion can cause mild gastrointestinal upset such as drooling, vomiting and diarrhoea.

What to do if your cat ate tradescantia sillamontana

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

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

Is tradescantia sillamontana toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is tradescantia sillamontana toxic to cats?

Yes — tradescantia sillamontana 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 per the ASPCA, which lists Tradescantia (spiderwort/wandering jew). The sap commonly causes dermatitis and skin irritation, and ingestion can cause mild gastrointestinal upset such as drooling, vomiting and diarrhoea.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats tradescantia sillamontana?

Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists Tradescantia (spiderwort/wandering jew). The sap commonly causes dermatitis and skin irritation, and ingestion can cause mild gastrointestinal upset such as drooling, vomiting and diarrhoea. 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 sillamontana.

What should I do if my cat ate tradescantia sillamontana?

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 sillamontana toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to tradescantia sillamontana?

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.

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