Is Solanum laxum 'Album' toxic to dogs?

Yes — solanum laxum 'album' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic. Like all Solanum, this cultivar falls under the genus the ASPCA lists as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (e.g. S. dulcamara, climbing nightshade), with solanine glycoalkaloids as the toxic principle. All parts, particularly unripe berries, can cause drooling, vomiting and diarrhoea, with drowsiness, weakness and cardiac effects at higher doses. Keep away from pets and children.

Toxic. Like all Solanum, this cultivar falls under the genus the ASPCA lists as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (e.g. S. dulcamara, climbing nightshade), with solanine glycoalkaloids as the toxic principle. All parts, particularly unripe berries, can cause drooling, vomiting and diarrhoea, with drowsiness, weakness and cardiac effects at higher doses. Keep away from 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 solanum laxum 'album'.

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: Solanum laxum 'Album' is toxic to cats as well. See the full solanum laxum 'album' 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.