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Is Xanthosoma Violaceum toxic to cats?

Xanthosoma violaceum

Toxic to cats

Yes — xanthosoma violaceum 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 (tannia/malanga) elephant ear, it falls under the ASPCA toxic classification for this group; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate raphides, causing oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Raw parts are unsafe to pets and people; corms are edible for humans only after thorough cooking.

What to do if your cat ate xanthosoma violaceum

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

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

Is xanthosoma violaceum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is xanthosoma violaceum toxic to cats?

Yes — xanthosoma violaceum 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 (tannia/malanga) elephant ear, it falls under the ASPCA toxic classification for this group; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate raphides, causing oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Raw parts are unsafe to pets and people; corms are edible for humans only after thorough cooking.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats xanthosoma violaceum?

Toxic to cats and dogs. As a Xanthosoma (tannia/malanga) elephant ear, it falls under the ASPCA toxic classification for this group; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate raphides, causing oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Raw parts are unsafe to pets and people; corms are 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 violaceum.

What should I do if my cat ate xanthosoma violaceum?

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 violaceum toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to xanthosoma violaceum?

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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