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Is Voodoo Lily toxic to cats?

Sauromatum venosum

Toxic to cats

Yes — voodoo lily 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. Sauromatum venosum is a member of the Araceae (arum) family and, like its relatives, all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Chewing releases needle-like crystals causing oral burning and irritation, drooling, retching, vomiting, loss of appetite and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling the tuber.

What to do if your cat ate voodoo lily

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

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

Is voodoo lily toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is voodoo lily toxic to cats?

Yes — voodoo lily 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. Sauromatum venosum is a member of the Araceae (arum) family and, like its relatives, all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Chewing releases needle-like crystals causing oral burning and irritation, drooling, retching, vomiting, loss of appetite and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling the tuber.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats voodoo lily?

Toxic to cats and dogs. Sauromatum venosum is a member of the Araceae (arum) family and, like its relatives, all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Chewing releases needle-like crystals causing oral burning and irritation, drooling, retching, vomiting, loss of appetite and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling the tuber. 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 voodoo lily.

What should I do if my cat ate voodoo lily?

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 voodoo lily toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Voodoo Lily is toxic to dogs as well. See the full voodoo lily pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to voodoo lily?

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 voodoo lily pet-safety