Pet safety
Is Aglaonema Pictum Tricolor toxic to dogs?
Aglaonema pictum 'Tricolor'
Yes — aglaonema pictum tricolor is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Toxic to pets. The ASPCA lists the genus (Chinese evergreen, Aglaonema modestum, family Araceae) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; Aglaonema pictum 'Tricolor' is not individually named but is the same aroid genus. The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, causing oral irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing; the sap can also irritate skin. Keep away from pets and children and verify with a vet if ingested.
What to do if your dog ate aglaonema pictum tricolor
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move aglaonema pictum tricolor out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of aglaonema pictum tricolor to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten aglaonema pictum tricolor, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is aglaonema pictum tricolor toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is aglaonema pictum tricolor toxic to dogs?
Yes — aglaonema pictum tricolor is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to pets. The ASPCA lists the genus (Chinese evergreen, Aglaonema modestum, family Araceae) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; Aglaonema pictum 'Tricolor' is not individually named but is the same aroid genus. The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, causing oral irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing; the sap can also irritate skin. Keep away from pets and children and verify with a vet if ingested.
What are the symptoms if a dog eats aglaonema pictum tricolor?
Toxic to pets. The ASPCA lists the genus (Chinese evergreen, Aglaonema modestum, family Araceae) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; Aglaonema pictum 'Tricolor' is not individually named but is the same aroid genus. The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, causing oral irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing; the sap can also irritate skin. Keep away from pets and children and verify with a vet if ingested. 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 dog has had access to aglaonema pictum tricolor.
What should I do if my dog ate aglaonema pictum tricolor?
Stay calm. Remove any plant from your dog'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 aglaonema pictum tricolor toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Aglaonema Pictum Tricolor is toxic to cats as well. See the full aglaonema pictum tricolor pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a dog-safe alternative to aglaonema pictum tricolor?
For a similar look without the risk, see the best dogs-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Full aglaonema pictum tricolor pet-safety
- Is aglaonema pictum tricolor toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is aglaonema pictum tricolor toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete aglaonema pictum tricolor care guide