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Is Dracontium gigas toxic to dogs?

Dracontium gigas

Toxic to dogs

Yes — dracontium gigas 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 all Araceae aroids, Dracontium gigas contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphides throughout its tissues. This species is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the ASPCA classifies its directly-listed aroid relatives (e.g. Arisaema/jack-in-the-pulpit) as toxic via insoluble calcium oxalates; treat it as toxic to cats and dogs. Chewing causes oral pain, intense drooling, swelling of the mouth and lips, and vomiting. Keep away from pets and verify with a vet if ingestion occurs.

What to do if your dog ate dracontium gigas

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

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

Is dracontium gigas toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is dracontium gigas toxic to dogs?

Yes — dracontium gigas is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Like all Araceae aroids, Dracontium gigas contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphides throughout its tissues. This species is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the ASPCA classifies its directly-listed aroid relatives (e.g. Arisaema/jack-in-the-pulpit) as toxic via insoluble calcium oxalates; treat it as toxic to cats and dogs. Chewing causes oral pain, intense drooling, swelling of the mouth and lips, and vomiting. Keep away from pets and verify with a vet if ingestion occurs.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats dracontium gigas?

Like all Araceae aroids, Dracontium gigas contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphides throughout its tissues. This species is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the ASPCA classifies its directly-listed aroid relatives (e.g. Arisaema/jack-in-the-pulpit) as toxic via insoluble calcium oxalates; treat it as toxic to cats and dogs. Chewing causes oral pain, intense drooling, swelling of the mouth and lips, and vomiting. Keep away from pets and verify with a vet if ingestion occurs. 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 dracontium gigas.

What should I do if my dog ate dracontium gigas?

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 dracontium gigas toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to dracontium gigas?

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 dracontium gigas pet-safety