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Is Wildfire Black Tupelo toxic to cats?

Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists wildfire black tupelo 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. Nyssa sylvatica is not individually listed by ASPCA as toxic to pets. However, the fruits contain compounds that may cause mild gastrointestinal upset if consumed in quantity by dogs or cats. The dark-blue berries are eaten by birds but are not considered edible for humans or pets. Treat with caution and keep pets from eating berries.

What to do if your cat ate wildfire black tupelo

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

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

Is wildfire black tupelo toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is wildfire black tupelo toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists wildfire black tupelo 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. Nyssa sylvatica is not individually listed by ASPCA as toxic to pets. However, the fruits contain compounds that may cause mild gastrointestinal upset if consumed in quantity by dogs or cats. The dark-blue berries are eaten by birds but are not considered edible for humans or pets. Treat with caution and keep pets from eating berries.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats wildfire black tupelo?

Nyssa sylvatica is not individually listed by ASPCA as toxic to pets. However, the fruits contain compounds that may cause mild gastrointestinal upset if consumed in quantity by dogs or cats. The dark-blue berries are eaten by birds but are not considered edible for humans or pets. Treat with caution and keep pets from eating berries. 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 wildfire black tupelo.

What should I do if my cat ate wildfire black tupelo?

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 wildfire black tupelo toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Wildfire Black Tupelo is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full wildfire black tupelo pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to wildfire black tupelo?

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 wildfire black tupelo pet-safety