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Is Variegated Lilyturf toxic to dogs?

Liriope muscari 'Variegata'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists variegated lilyturf 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. Liriope muscari is listed by ASPCA as mildly toxic to dogs and cats. Ingestion of the foliage or berries can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal discomfort. The black berries are particularly attractive to pets and children. Not life-threatening in small amounts but veterinary advice should be sought if significant ingestion occurs.

What to do if your dog ate variegated lilyturf

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

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

Is variegated lilyturf toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is variegated lilyturf toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists variegated lilyturf 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. Liriope muscari is listed by ASPCA as mildly toxic to dogs and cats. Ingestion of the foliage or berries can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal discomfort. The black berries are particularly attractive to pets and children. Not life-threatening in small amounts but veterinary advice should be sought if significant ingestion occurs.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats variegated lilyturf?

Liriope muscari is listed by ASPCA as mildly toxic to dogs and cats. Ingestion of the foliage or berries can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal discomfort. The black berries are particularly attractive to pets and children. Not life-threatening in small amounts but veterinary advice should be sought if significant ingestion occurs. 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 variegated lilyturf.

What should I do if my dog ate variegated lilyturf?

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 variegated lilyturf toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Variegated Lilyturf is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full variegated lilyturf pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to variegated lilyturf?

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 variegated lilyturf pet-safety