Is Xanthosoma Violaceum toxic to dogs?

Yes — xanthosoma violaceum 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. As a Xanthosoma (tannia/malanga) elephant ear, it falls under the ASPCA toxic classification for this group; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate raphides, causing oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Raw parts are unsafe to pets and people; corms are edible for humans only after thorough cooking.

Toxic to cats and dogs. As a Xanthosoma (tannia/malanga) elephant ear, it falls under the ASPCA toxic classification for this group; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate raphides, causing oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Raw parts are unsafe to pets and people; corms are edible for humans only after thorough cooking. 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 xanthosoma violaceum.

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: Xanthosoma Violaceum is toxic to cats as well. See the full xanthosoma violaceum 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.