Pet safety
Is Camu Camu toxic to dogs?
Myrciaria dubia
No — camu camu is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Myrciaria dubia (Camu Camu) is not individually listed by ASPCA. It belongs to Myrtaceae, a family with no widely documented toxic principles for companion animals. The fruit is consumed by humans and Amazonian wildlife without reported toxicity. Extremely high vitamin C content (up to 3,000 mg/100 g) means large consumption could theoretically cause gastrointestinal upset in pets, but the fruit is not considered toxic. Considered non-toxic.
Is camu camu toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is camu camu toxic to dogs?
No — camu camu is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Myrciaria dubia (Camu Camu) is not individually listed by ASPCA. It belongs to Myrtaceae, a family with no widely documented toxic principles for companion animals. The fruit is consumed by humans and Amazonian wildlife without reported toxicity. Extremely high vitamin C content (up to 3,000 mg/100 g) means large consumption could theoretically cause gastrointestinal upset in pets, but the fruit is not considered toxic. Considered non-toxic.
Is camu camu safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists camu camu as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is camu camu toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Camu Camu is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full camu camu pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for dogs?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full camu camu pet-safety
- Is camu camu toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is camu camu toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete camu camu care guide