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Is Golden Mosaic Ctenanthe toxic to dogs?

Ctenanthe lubbersiana 'Golden Mosaic'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists golden mosaic ctenanthe 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. Golden Mosaic Ctenanthe (Ctenanthe lubbersiana) is a prayer plant (family Marantaceae). It is not individually listed in the ASPCA database, and the ASPCA 'Prayer Plant' entry is filed under the related Calathea/Goeppertia (a different genus), so true Ctenanthe is not ASPCA-confirmed. It has no known toxic compounds and is generally kept safely around pets, but treat it as mildly toxic and check with your vet to be sure.

What to do if your dog ate golden mosaic ctenanthe

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

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

Is golden mosaic ctenanthe toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is golden mosaic ctenanthe toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists golden mosaic ctenanthe 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. Golden Mosaic Ctenanthe (Ctenanthe lubbersiana) is a prayer plant (family Marantaceae). It is not individually listed in the ASPCA database, and the ASPCA 'Prayer Plant' entry is filed under the related Calathea/Goeppertia (a different genus), so true Ctenanthe is not ASPCA-confirmed. It has no known toxic compounds and is generally kept safely around pets, but treat it as mildly toxic and check with your vet to be sure.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats golden mosaic ctenanthe?

Golden Mosaic Ctenanthe (Ctenanthe lubbersiana) is a prayer plant (family Marantaceae). It is not individually listed in the ASPCA database, and the ASPCA 'Prayer Plant' entry is filed under the related Calathea/Goeppertia (a different genus), so true Ctenanthe is not ASPCA-confirmed. It has no known toxic compounds and is generally kept safely around pets, but treat it as mildly toxic and check with your vet to be sure. 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 golden mosaic ctenanthe.

What should I do if my dog ate golden mosaic ctenanthe?

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 golden mosaic ctenanthe toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Golden Mosaic Ctenanthe is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full golden mosaic ctenanthe pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to golden mosaic ctenanthe?

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 golden mosaic ctenanthe pet-safety