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Is Arisaema elephas toxic to dogs?

Arisaema elephas

Toxic to dogs

Yes — arisaema elephas 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 cats and dogs. Arisaema (cobra lily / jack-in-the-pulpit) is an Araceae genus; the ASPCA lists jack-in-the-pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) as toxic, and all parts of A. elephas contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep out of reach of pets and wash hands after handling.

What to do if your dog ate arisaema elephas

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

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

Is arisaema elephas toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is arisaema elephas toxic to dogs?

Yes — arisaema elephas is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. Arisaema (cobra lily / jack-in-the-pulpit) is an Araceae genus; the ASPCA lists jack-in-the-pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) as toxic, and all parts of A. elephas contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep out of reach of pets and wash hands after handling.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats arisaema elephas?

Toxic to cats and dogs. Arisaema (cobra lily / jack-in-the-pulpit) is an Araceae genus; the ASPCA lists jack-in-the-pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) as toxic, and all parts of A. elephas contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep out of reach of pets and wash hands after handling. 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 arisaema elephas.

What should I do if my dog ate arisaema elephas?

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 arisaema elephas toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Arisaema elephas is toxic to cats as well. See the full arisaema elephas pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to arisaema elephas?

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 arisaema elephas pet-safety