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Is Slim-leaved Biarum toxic to dogs?

Biarum tenuifolium

Toxic to dogs

Yes — slim-leaved biarum 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. As a member of the Araceae (aroid) family, Biarum tenuifolium contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphide crystals throughout all its tissues. Ingestion causes immediate intense oral burning, hypersalivation, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, and mucosal oedema in cats and dogs. The spathe and tuber are the most hazardous parts. Keep well out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate slim-leaved biarum

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move slim-leaved biarum 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 slim-leaved biarum to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is slim-leaved biarum toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is slim-leaved biarum toxic to dogs?

Yes — slim-leaved biarum is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As a member of the Araceae (aroid) family, Biarum tenuifolium contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphide crystals throughout all its tissues. Ingestion causes immediate intense oral burning, hypersalivation, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, and mucosal oedema in cats and dogs. The spathe and tuber are the most hazardous parts. Keep well out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats slim-leaved biarum?

As a member of the Araceae (aroid) family, Biarum tenuifolium contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphide crystals throughout all its tissues. Ingestion causes immediate intense oral burning, hypersalivation, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, and mucosal oedema in cats and dogs. The spathe and tuber are the most hazardous parts. Keep well out of reach of pets and children. 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 slim-leaved biarum.

What should I do if my dog ate slim-leaved biarum?

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 slim-leaved biarum toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Slim-leaved Biarum is toxic to cats as well. See the full slim-leaved biarum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to slim-leaved biarum?

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 slim-leaved biarum pet-safety