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Is Variegated Monstera Albo toxic to cats?

Monstera deliciosa 'Albo Variegata'

Toxic to cats

Yes — variegated monstera albo 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. ASPCA lists Monstera deliciosa (as the cutleaf philodendron/Swiss cheese plant) as toxic to cats and dogs. The variegated cultivar shares the same chemistry: insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral irritation, intense burning of mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing if chewed.

What to do if your cat ate variegated monstera albo

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

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

Is variegated monstera albo toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is variegated monstera albo toxic to cats?

Yes — variegated monstera albo is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Monstera deliciosa (as the cutleaf philodendron/Swiss cheese plant) as toxic to cats and dogs. The variegated cultivar shares the same chemistry: insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral irritation, intense burning of mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing if chewed.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats variegated monstera albo?

ASPCA lists Monstera deliciosa (as the cutleaf philodendron/Swiss cheese plant) as toxic to cats and dogs. The variegated cultivar shares the same chemistry: insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral irritation, intense burning of mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing if chewed. 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 variegated monstera albo.

What should I do if my cat ate variegated monstera albo?

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 variegated monstera albo toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Variegated Monstera Albo is toxic to dogs as well. See the full variegated monstera albo pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to variegated monstera albo?

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 variegated monstera albo pet-safety