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Is Xanthosoma Robustum toxic to cats?

Xanthosoma robustum

Toxic to cats

Yes — xanthosoma robustum 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. As a Xanthosoma elephant ear, it falls under the ASPCA toxic classification for tannia/malanga and the elephant-ear aroid group; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate raphides, causing oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children; sap also irritates skin.

What to do if your cat ate xanthosoma robustum

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

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

Is xanthosoma robustum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is xanthosoma robustum toxic to cats?

Yes — xanthosoma robustum 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. As a Xanthosoma elephant ear, it falls under the ASPCA toxic classification for tannia/malanga and the elephant-ear aroid group; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate raphides, causing oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children; sap also irritates skin.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats xanthosoma robustum?

Toxic to cats and dogs. As a Xanthosoma elephant ear, it falls under the ASPCA toxic classification for tannia/malanga and the elephant-ear aroid group; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate raphides, causing oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children; sap also irritates skin. 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 robustum.

What should I do if my cat ate xanthosoma robustum?

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 robustum toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to xanthosoma robustum?

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 xanthosoma robustum pet-safety