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Is Typhonium trilobatum toxic to cats?

Typhonium trilobatum

Toxic to cats

Yes — typhonium trilobatum 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. Typhonium trilobatum is an Araceae (arum) family aroid and all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides; documented human tuber-poisoning cases confirm the genus's irritant toxicity. Chewing causes intense oral burning as if needles are digging in, drooling, retching, vomiting and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling.

What to do if your cat ate typhonium trilobatum

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

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

Is typhonium trilobatum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is typhonium trilobatum toxic to cats?

Yes — typhonium trilobatum 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. Typhonium trilobatum is an Araceae (arum) family aroid and all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides; documented human tuber-poisoning cases confirm the genus's irritant toxicity. Chewing causes intense oral burning as if needles are digging in, drooling, retching, vomiting and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats typhonium trilobatum?

Toxic to cats and dogs. Typhonium trilobatum is an Araceae (arum) family aroid and all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides; documented human tuber-poisoning cases confirm the genus's irritant toxicity. Chewing causes intense oral burning as if needles are digging in, drooling, retching, vomiting and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling. 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 typhonium trilobatum.

What should I do if my cat ate typhonium trilobatum?

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 typhonium trilobatum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Typhonium trilobatum is toxic to dogs as well. See the full typhonium trilobatum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to typhonium trilobatum?

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 typhonium trilobatum pet-safety