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Is Tuberous Cranesbill toxic to cats?

Geranium tuberosum

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists tuberous cranesbill 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 ASPCA 'Geranium' toxic listing refers to Pelargonium species (containing geraniol and linalool), not to true Geranium (cranesbill) species. True Geranium is not confirmed toxic by ASPCA but is also not individually listed as non-toxic; exercise caution with pets and consult a vet if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate tuberous cranesbill

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

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

Is tuberous cranesbill toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is tuberous cranesbill toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists tuberous cranesbill 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 ASPCA 'Geranium' toxic listing refers to Pelargonium species (containing geraniol and linalool), not to true Geranium (cranesbill) species. True Geranium is not confirmed toxic by ASPCA but is also not individually listed as non-toxic; exercise caution with pets and consult a vet if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats tuberous cranesbill?

The ASPCA 'Geranium' toxic listing refers to Pelargonium species (containing geraniol and linalool), not to true Geranium (cranesbill) species. True Geranium is not confirmed toxic by ASPCA but is also not individually listed as non-toxic; exercise caution with pets and consult a vet 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 tuberous cranesbill.

What should I do if my cat ate tuberous cranesbill?

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 tuberous cranesbill toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Tuberous Cranesbill is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full tuberous cranesbill pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to tuberous cranesbill?

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 tuberous cranesbill pet-safety