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Is Xanthosoma brasiliense toxic to cats?

Xanthosoma brasiliense

Toxic to cats

Yes — xanthosoma brasiliense 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 Xanthosoma as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, causing oral burning, drooling and vomiting. For people, raw leaves are an irritant; the young leaves are edible only after thorough cooking, which breaks down the oxalates.

What to do if your cat ate xanthosoma brasiliense

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

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

Is xanthosoma brasiliense toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is xanthosoma brasiliense toxic to cats?

Yes — xanthosoma brasiliense is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Xanthosoma as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, causing oral burning, drooling and vomiting. For people, raw leaves are an irritant; the young leaves are edible only after thorough cooking, which breaks down the oxalates.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats xanthosoma brasiliense?

ASPCA lists Xanthosoma as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, causing oral burning, drooling and vomiting. For people, raw leaves are an irritant; the young leaves are edible only after thorough cooking, which breaks down the oxalates. 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 xanthosoma brasiliense.

What should I do if my cat ate xanthosoma brasiliense?

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 xanthosoma brasiliense toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Xanthosoma brasiliense is toxic to dogs as well. See the full xanthosoma brasiliense pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to xanthosoma brasiliense?

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.

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