Pet safety
Is Schismatoglottis Wallichii toxic to dogs?
Schismatoglottis wallichii
Yes — schismatoglottis wallichii 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. Schismatoglottis is a member of the Araceae (aroid) family, which the ASPCA classifies as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals (raphides). Though not individually listed, as an aroid it should be treated as toxic; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, retching, vomiting, and pawing at the mouth in cats and dogs.
What to do if your dog ate schismatoglottis wallichii
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move schismatoglottis wallichii 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 schismatoglottis wallichii to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten schismatoglottis wallichii, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is schismatoglottis wallichii toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is schismatoglottis wallichii toxic to dogs?
Yes — schismatoglottis wallichii is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Schismatoglottis is a member of the Araceae (aroid) family, which the ASPCA classifies as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals (raphides). Though not individually listed, as an aroid it should be treated as toxic; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, retching, vomiting, and pawing at the mouth in cats and dogs.
What are the symptoms if a dog eats schismatoglottis wallichii?
Schismatoglottis is a member of the Araceae (aroid) family, which the ASPCA classifies as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals (raphides). Though not individually listed, as an aroid it should be treated as toxic; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, retching, vomiting, and pawing at the mouth in cats and dogs. 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 schismatoglottis wallichii.
What should I do if my dog ate schismatoglottis wallichii?
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 schismatoglottis wallichii toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Schismatoglottis Wallichii is toxic to cats as well. See the full schismatoglottis wallichii pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a dog-safe alternative to schismatoglottis wallichii?
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 schismatoglottis wallichii pet-safety
- Is schismatoglottis wallichii toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is schismatoglottis wallichii toxic to cats?
- My dog ate schismatoglottis wallichii — emergency steps
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete schismatoglottis wallichii care guide