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Is Tradescantia mundula toxic to dogs?

Tradescantia mundula

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists tradescantia mundula 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. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The genus Tradescantia is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The clear, watery sap causes dermatitis and skin/paw irritation on contact, and chewing the foliage can cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Keep trailing stems out of reach of pets that nibble.

What to do if your dog ate tradescantia mundula

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

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

Is tradescantia mundula toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is tradescantia mundula toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists tradescantia mundula 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. The genus Tradescantia is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The clear, watery sap causes dermatitis and skin/paw irritation on contact, and chewing the foliage can cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Keep trailing stems out of reach of pets that nibble.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats tradescantia mundula?

The genus Tradescantia is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The clear, watery sap causes dermatitis and skin/paw irritation on contact, and chewing the foliage can cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Keep trailing stems out of reach of pets that nibble. 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 tradescantia mundula.

What should I do if my dog ate tradescantia mundula?

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 tradescantia mundula toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Tradescantia mundula is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full tradescantia mundula pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to tradescantia mundula?

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 tradescantia mundula pet-safety