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Is Mexican Lily toxic to dogs?

Hippeastrum reginae

Toxic to dogs

Yes — mexican lily 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. The ASPCA lists Hippeastrum (Amaryllis) as toxic to dogs and cats, causing vomiting, depression, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, anorexia, and tremors. The bulb contains the highest concentration of lycorine and other Amaryllidaceae alkaloids.

What to do if your dog ate mexican lily

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

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

Is mexican lily toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is mexican lily toxic to dogs?

Yes — mexican lily is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Hippeastrum (Amaryllis) as toxic to dogs and cats, causing vomiting, depression, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, anorexia, and tremors. The bulb contains the highest concentration of lycorine and other Amaryllidaceae alkaloids.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats mexican lily?

The ASPCA lists Hippeastrum (Amaryllis) as toxic to dogs and cats, causing vomiting, depression, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, anorexia, and tremors. The bulb contains the highest concentration of lycorine and other Amaryllidaceae alkaloids. 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 mexican lily.

What should I do if my dog ate mexican lily?

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 mexican lily toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Mexican Lily is toxic to cats as well. See the full mexican lily pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to mexican lily?

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 mexican lily pet-safety