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Is White Wizard Philodendron toxic to cats?

Philodendron erubescens 'White Wizard'

Toxic to cats

Yes — white wizard philodendron 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. The ASPCA lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. As a Philodendron erubescens cultivar it carries insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, drooling, mouth pawing, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate white wizard philodendron

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

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

Is white wizard philodendron toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is white wizard philodendron toxic to cats?

Yes — white wizard philodendron is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. As a Philodendron erubescens cultivar it carries insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, drooling, mouth pawing, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats white wizard philodendron?

The ASPCA lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. As a Philodendron erubescens cultivar it carries insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, drooling, mouth pawing, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children. 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 white wizard philodendron.

What should I do if my cat ate white wizard philodendron?

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 white wizard philodendron toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: White Wizard Philodendron is toxic to dogs as well. See the full white wizard philodendron pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to white wizard philodendron?

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 white wizard philodendron pet-safety