Is Alocasia Brancifolia toxic to dogs?

Yes — alocasia brancifolia is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing the leaves or stems releases needle-like raphides causing oral irritation, burning and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets and children.

The ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing the leaves or stems releases needle-like raphides causing oral irritation, burning and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets and children. 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 alocasia brancifolia.

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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Alocasia Brancifolia is toxic to cats as well. See the full alocasia brancifolia pet-safety guide for both species.

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.