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Is Yellow Rain Lily toxic to cats?

Zephyranthes citrina

Toxic to cats

Yes — yellow rain lily 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. The ASPCA lists Zephyranthes species as toxic to dogs and cats. All parts contain Amaryllidaceae alkaloids that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and lethargy in pets. The bulbs are the most concentrated source. Veterinary advice should be sought if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate yellow rain lily

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

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

Is yellow rain lily toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is yellow rain lily toxic to cats?

Yes — yellow rain lily is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Zephyranthes species as toxic to dogs and cats. All parts contain Amaryllidaceae alkaloids that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and lethargy in pets. The bulbs are the most concentrated source. Veterinary advice should be sought if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats yellow rain lily?

The ASPCA lists Zephyranthes species as toxic to dogs and cats. All parts contain Amaryllidaceae alkaloids that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and lethargy in pets. The bulbs are the most concentrated source. Veterinary advice should be sought if ingestion is suspected. 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 yellow rain lily.

What should I do if my cat ate yellow rain lily?

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 yellow rain lily toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Yellow Rain Lily is toxic to dogs as well. See the full yellow rain lily pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to yellow rain lily?

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 yellow rain lily pet-safety