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Is Alocasia Melo toxic to dogs?

Alocasia melo

Toxic to dogs

Yes — alocasia melo 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. ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats and dogs. Alocasia melo contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral pain, drooling, vomiting, and swelling if chewed. Treat this jewel alocasia as unsafe around pets.

What to do if your dog ate alocasia melo

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move alocasia melo 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 alocasia melo to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is alocasia melo toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is alocasia melo toxic to dogs?

Yes — alocasia melo is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats and dogs. Alocasia melo contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral pain, drooling, vomiting, and swelling if chewed. Treat this jewel alocasia as unsafe around pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats alocasia melo?

ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats and dogs. Alocasia melo contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral pain, drooling, vomiting, and swelling if chewed. Treat this jewel alocasia as unsafe around pets. 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 melo.

What should I do if my dog ate alocasia melo?

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 alocasia melo toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to alocasia melo?

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 alocasia melo pet-safety