Pet safety
Is Rivieri Voodoo Lily toxic to dogs?
Amorphophallus rivieri
Yes — rivieri voodoo 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 does not list this species individually, but it is an aroid (Araceae) and, like the ASPCA-listed relatives in this family, the tuber, stems and leaves contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Chewing causes intense oral burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing in cats and dogs. Treat as toxic and keep away from pets.
What to do if your dog ate rivieri voodoo lily
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move rivieri voodoo lily out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of rivieri voodoo lily to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten rivieri voodoo lily, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is rivieri voodoo lily toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is rivieri voodoo lily toxic to dogs?
Yes — rivieri voodoo 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 does not list this species individually, but it is an aroid (Araceae) and, like the ASPCA-listed relatives in this family, the tuber, stems and leaves contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Chewing causes intense oral burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing in cats and dogs. Treat as toxic and keep away from pets.
What are the symptoms if a dog eats rivieri voodoo lily?
The ASPCA does not list this species individually, but it is an aroid (Araceae) and, like the ASPCA-listed relatives in this family, the tuber, stems and leaves contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Chewing causes intense oral burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing in cats and dogs. Treat as toxic and keep away from pets. 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 rivieri voodoo lily.
What should I do if my dog ate rivieri voodoo 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 rivieri voodoo lily toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Rivieri Voodoo Lily is toxic to cats as well. See the full rivieri voodoo lily pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a dog-safe alternative to rivieri voodoo 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 rivieri voodoo lily pet-safety
- Is rivieri voodoo lily toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is rivieri voodoo lily toxic to cats?
- My dog ate rivieri voodoo lily — emergency steps
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete rivieri voodoo lily care guide