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Is Trailing Iceplant toxic to cats?

Lampranthus spectabilis

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists trailing iceplant 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. Lampranthus spectabilis is not individually listed by the ASPCA as toxic or non-toxic. The genus Lampranthus belongs to Aizoaceae and has no well-documented systemic toxin, though mild gastrointestinal upset is possible if large quantities are ingested by pets. Treat with caution and keep away from cats and dogs.

What to do if your cat ate trailing iceplant

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

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

Is trailing iceplant toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is trailing iceplant toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists trailing iceplant 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. Lampranthus spectabilis is not individually listed by the ASPCA as toxic or non-toxic. The genus Lampranthus belongs to Aizoaceae and has no well-documented systemic toxin, though mild gastrointestinal upset is possible if large quantities are ingested by pets. Treat with caution and keep away from cats and dogs.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats trailing iceplant?

Lampranthus spectabilis is not individually listed by the ASPCA as toxic or non-toxic. The genus Lampranthus belongs to Aizoaceae and has no well-documented systemic toxin, though mild gastrointestinal upset is possible if large quantities are ingested by pets. Treat with caution and keep away from cats and dogs. 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 trailing iceplant.

What should I do if my cat ate trailing iceplant?

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 trailing iceplant toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Trailing Iceplant is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full trailing iceplant pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to trailing iceplant?

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 trailing iceplant pet-safety