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Is Bulbil Bugle Lily toxic to cats?

Watsonia meriana

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists bulbil bugle lily 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. Watsonia meriana is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Watsonia (Iridaceae) lacks specific published toxicology data for pets. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and keep pets from consuming corms or plant material.

What to do if your cat ate bulbil bugle lily

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

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

Is bulbil bugle lily toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is bulbil bugle lily toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists bulbil bugle lily 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. Watsonia meriana is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Watsonia (Iridaceae) lacks specific published toxicology data for pets. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and keep pets from consuming corms or plant material.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats bulbil bugle lily?

Watsonia meriana is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Watsonia (Iridaceae) lacks specific published toxicology data for pets. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and keep pets from consuming corms or plant material. 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 bulbil bugle lily.

What should I do if my cat ate bulbil bugle 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 bulbil bugle lily toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to bulbil bugle 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 bulbil bugle lily pet-safety