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Is Bicalcarata Pitcher Plant toxic to dogs?

Nepenthes bicalcarata

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists bicalcarata pitcher plant as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Nepenthes is not individually listed by the ASPCA (only the unrelated Darlingtonia californica, the California pitcher plant, appears there, as non-toxic). Status for this species is therefore unverified — treat with caution, as ingested foliage or pitcher fluid may cause mild GI upset. Keep out of reach of pets and consult a vet if eaten rather than assuming it is safe.

What to do if your dog ate bicalcarata pitcher plant

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

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

Is bicalcarata pitcher plant toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is bicalcarata pitcher plant toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists bicalcarata pitcher plant as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Nepenthes is not individually listed by the ASPCA (only the unrelated Darlingtonia californica, the California pitcher plant, appears there, as non-toxic). Status for this species is therefore unverified — treat with caution, as ingested foliage or pitcher fluid may cause mild GI upset. Keep out of reach of pets and consult a vet if eaten rather than assuming it is safe.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats bicalcarata pitcher plant?

Nepenthes is not individually listed by the ASPCA (only the unrelated Darlingtonia californica, the California pitcher plant, appears there, as non-toxic). Status for this species is therefore unverified — treat with caution, as ingested foliage or pitcher fluid may cause mild GI upset. Keep out of reach of pets and consult a vet if eaten rather than assuming it is safe. 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 bicalcarata pitcher plant.

What should I do if my dog ate bicalcarata pitcher plant?

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 bicalcarata pitcher plant toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Bicalcarata Pitcher Plant is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full bicalcarata pitcher plant pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to bicalcarata pitcher plant?

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 bicalcarata pitcher plant pet-safety