Pet safety
Is Caltha palustris 'Flore Pleno' toxic to dogs?
Caltha palustris 'Flore Pleno'
Yes — caltha palustris 'flore pleno' 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. Like the species, this double cultivar is in the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae) and contains protoanemonin. Caltha is not individually named on ASPCA's list, but Ranunculaceae protoanemonin causes drooling, oral and gastrointestinal irritation, vomiting and diarrhoea in dogs and cats. Treat as toxic, keep pets from chewing the plant, and contact a vet if it is ingested.
What to do if your dog ate caltha palustris 'flore pleno'
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move caltha palustris 'flore pleno' 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 caltha palustris 'flore pleno' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten caltha palustris 'flore pleno', contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is caltha palustris 'flore pleno' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is caltha palustris 'flore pleno' toxic to dogs?
Yes — caltha palustris 'flore pleno' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Like the species, this double cultivar is in the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae) and contains protoanemonin. Caltha is not individually named on ASPCA's list, but Ranunculaceae protoanemonin causes drooling, oral and gastrointestinal irritation, vomiting and diarrhoea in dogs and cats. Treat as toxic, keep pets from chewing the plant, and contact a vet if it is ingested.
What are the symptoms if a dog eats caltha palustris 'flore pleno'?
Like the species, this double cultivar is in the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae) and contains protoanemonin. Caltha is not individually named on ASPCA's list, but Ranunculaceae protoanemonin causes drooling, oral and gastrointestinal irritation, vomiting and diarrhoea in dogs and cats. Treat as toxic, keep pets from chewing the plant, and contact a vet if it is 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 caltha palustris 'flore pleno'.
What should I do if my dog ate caltha palustris 'flore pleno'?
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 caltha palustris 'flore pleno' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Caltha palustris 'Flore Pleno' is toxic to cats as well. See the full caltha palustris 'flore pleno' pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a dog-safe alternative to caltha palustris 'flore pleno'?
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 caltha palustris 'flore pleno' pet-safety
- Is caltha palustris 'flore pleno' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is caltha palustris 'flore pleno' toxic to cats?
- My dog ate caltha palustris 'flore pleno' — emergency steps
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete caltha palustris 'flore pleno' care guide