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Is Xanthosoma Sagittifolium toxic to cats?

Xanthosoma sagittifolium

Toxic to cats

Yes — xanthosoma sagittifolium 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. The ASPCA lists Malanga (the standard common name for Xanthosoma sagittifolium) as toxic with insoluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle; signs include oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Raw corms and leaves are unsafe for pets and people; edible for humans only after thorough cooking.

What to do if your cat ate xanthosoma sagittifolium

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

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

Is xanthosoma sagittifolium toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is xanthosoma sagittifolium toxic to cats?

Yes — xanthosoma sagittifolium 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. The ASPCA lists Malanga (the standard common name for Xanthosoma sagittifolium) as toxic with insoluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle; signs include oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Raw corms and leaves are unsafe for pets and people; edible for humans only after thorough cooking.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats xanthosoma sagittifolium?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Malanga (the standard common name for Xanthosoma sagittifolium) as toxic with insoluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle; signs include oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Raw corms and leaves are unsafe for pets and people; edible for humans only after thorough cooking. 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 sagittifolium.

What should I do if my cat ate xanthosoma sagittifolium?

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 sagittifolium toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to xanthosoma sagittifolium?

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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