Is Queen of Hearts Plant toxic to dogs?

Yes — queen of hearts plant is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Homalomena rubescens is an Araceae aroid containing insoluble calcium oxalate crystals throughout its tissues. Chewing or ingesting any part causes intense oral pain, drooling, swelling of the mouth and throat, and vomiting in dogs, cats, and humans. Keep away from pets and children. ASPCA lists the Homalomena genus as toxic to dogs and cats.

Homalomena rubescens is an Araceae aroid containing insoluble calcium oxalate crystals throughout its tissues. Chewing or ingesting any part causes intense oral pain, drooling, swelling of the mouth and throat, and vomiting in dogs, cats, and humans. Keep away from pets and children. ASPCA lists the Homalomena genus as toxic to dogs and cats. 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 queen of hearts plant.

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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Queen of Hearts Plant is toxic to cats as well. See the full queen of hearts plant pet-safety guide for both species.

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.