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Is Zulu Spurflower toxic to dogs?

Plectranthus zuluensis

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists zulu spurflower 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. Not individually listed by ASPCA. Foliage contains aromatic essential oils; the high essential oil content makes leaves unpalatable to most animals and insects, but ingestion may cause mild vomiting or gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs. Consult a vet if a pet consumes a significant amount.

What to do if your dog ate zulu spurflower

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

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

Is zulu spurflower toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is zulu spurflower toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists zulu spurflower 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. Not individually listed by ASPCA. Foliage contains aromatic essential oils; the high essential oil content makes leaves unpalatable to most animals and insects, but ingestion may cause mild vomiting or gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs. Consult a vet if a pet consumes a significant amount.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats zulu spurflower?

Not individually listed by ASPCA. Foliage contains aromatic essential oils; the high essential oil content makes leaves unpalatable to most animals and insects, but ingestion may cause mild vomiting or gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs. Consult a vet if a pet consumes a significant amount. 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 zulu spurflower.

What should I do if my dog ate zulu spurflower?

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 zulu spurflower toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Zulu Spurflower is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full zulu spurflower pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to zulu spurflower?

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 zulu spurflower pet-safety