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Is Lilac Trumpet Vine toxic to dogs?

Clytostoma callistegioides

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists lilac trumpet vine 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. Clytostoma callistegioides is not listed individually by the ASPCA. It belongs to the Bignoniaceae family; toxicity data for this genus is limited. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and prevent pets and children from ingesting any part of the plant.

What to do if your dog ate lilac trumpet vine

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

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

Is lilac trumpet vine toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is lilac trumpet vine toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists lilac trumpet vine 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. Clytostoma callistegioides is not listed individually by the ASPCA. It belongs to the Bignoniaceae family; toxicity data for this genus is limited. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and prevent pets and children from ingesting any part of the plant.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats lilac trumpet vine?

Clytostoma callistegioides is not listed individually by the ASPCA. It belongs to the Bignoniaceae family; toxicity data for this genus is limited. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and prevent pets and children from ingesting any part of the plant. 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 lilac trumpet vine.

What should I do if my dog ate lilac trumpet vine?

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 lilac trumpet vine toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lilac Trumpet Vine is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full lilac trumpet vine pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to lilac trumpet vine?

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 lilac trumpet vine pet-safety