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Is White Ginger Lily toxic to dogs?

Hedychium coronarium

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists white ginger lily 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. Hedychium coronarium is not included in the ASPCA Toxic Plant Database as a confirmed toxic species, but it is not listed as non-toxic either. The Zingiberaceae family may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation in cats and dogs, and the rhizomes contain irritant compounds. Because pet-safe status cannot be confirmed from authoritative sources, a 'mildly-toxic' classification is the appropriate precautionary position. If a pet ingests any part of the plant, contact a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) promptly.

What to do if your dog ate white ginger lily

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

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

Is white ginger lily toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is white ginger lily toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists white ginger lily 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. Hedychium coronarium is not included in the ASPCA Toxic Plant Database as a confirmed toxic species, but it is not listed as non-toxic either. The Zingiberaceae family may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation in cats and dogs, and the rhizomes contain irritant compounds. Because pet-safe status cannot be confirmed from authoritative sources, a 'mildly-toxic' classification is the appropriate precautionary position. If a pet ingests any part of the plant, contact a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) promptly.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats white ginger lily?

Hedychium coronarium is not included in the ASPCA Toxic Plant Database as a confirmed toxic species, but it is not listed as non-toxic either. The Zingiberaceae family may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation in cats and dogs, and the rhizomes contain irritant compounds. Because pet-safe status cannot be confirmed from authoritative sources, a 'mildly-toxic' classification is the appropriate precautionary position. If a pet ingests any part of the plant, contact a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) promptly. 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 white ginger lily.

What should I do if my dog ate white ginger lily?

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 white ginger lily toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: White Ginger Lily is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full white ginger lily pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to white ginger lily?

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 white ginger lily pet-safety