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Is Stalked Clivia toxic to dogs?

Clivia caulescens

Toxic to dogs

Yes — stalked clivia 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. Toxic to cats and dogs; the ASPCA lists the genus Clivia under 'Clivia Lily' as toxic to both species. The toxic principle is lycorine and related Amaryllidaceae alkaloids, with the rhizome and stem base containing the highest concentrations. Symptoms include vomiting, salivation, diarrhoea, and with heavy ingestion, low blood pressure, tremors, and cardiac arrhythmias.

What to do if your dog ate stalked clivia

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move stalked clivia 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 stalked clivia to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is stalked clivia toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is stalked clivia toxic to dogs?

Yes — stalked clivia is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs; the ASPCA lists the genus Clivia under 'Clivia Lily' as toxic to both species. The toxic principle is lycorine and related Amaryllidaceae alkaloids, with the rhizome and stem base containing the highest concentrations. Symptoms include vomiting, salivation, diarrhoea, and with heavy ingestion, low blood pressure, tremors, and cardiac arrhythmias.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats stalked clivia?

Toxic to cats and dogs; the ASPCA lists the genus Clivia under 'Clivia Lily' as toxic to both species. The toxic principle is lycorine and related Amaryllidaceae alkaloids, with the rhizome and stem base containing the highest concentrations. Symptoms include vomiting, salivation, diarrhoea, and with heavy ingestion, low blood pressure, tremors, and cardiac arrhythmias. 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 stalked clivia.

What should I do if my dog ate stalked clivia?

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 stalked clivia toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Stalked Clivia is toxic to cats as well. See the full stalked clivia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to stalked clivia?

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 stalked clivia pet-safety