Is Toadshade Trillium toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists toadshade trillium as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Trillium sessile is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic/non-toxic plant database. NC State Extension notes low-severity poisonous characteristics, with the fruits and roots listed as potentially irritating parts and the toxic principle unconfirmed. As a member of the Trilliaceae family with steroidal saponins reported in related species, treat with caution — keep pets and children from ingesting any part, especially roots and berries.

Trillium sessile is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic/non-toxic plant database. NC State Extension notes low-severity poisonous characteristics, with the fruits and roots listed as potentially irritating parts and the toxic principle unconfirmed. As a member of the Trilliaceae family with steroidal saponins reported in related species, treat with caution — keep pets and children from ingesting any part, especially roots and berries. 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 toadshade trillium.

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: Toadshade Trillium is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full toadshade trillium 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.