Cindy Lawson (author) from Guernsey (Channel Islands) on November 13, 2014: I would advise you to err on the side of caution Heather and get rid of any house plants just in case. Take a look at 10 houseplants which can be toxic if ingested. I'm really curious where you got your info on the Orange plant being toxic to cats. I haven't taken enough precautions in my planning to know what plants to keep out of reach of my cat! Here are the most common house plants that are poisonous to cats: Philodendrons. bubica on August 11, 2019: I would recommend (from having worked in two vets surgeries) an x-ray to make sure she hasn't swallowed a foreign object that is blocking her intestine (I have seen this before in both dogs and cats, and it can be anything from a small toy, a needle, a cork, pen lid or whatever, only an x-ray can determine this). Cindy Lawson (author) from Guernsey (Channel Islands) on August 30, 2011: Hi jadednae, always go to a vet if in doubt, home remedies are always a last resort and should never be used in poisoning cases. It should be mandatory that the labels that come with the plants advise whether they are poisonous to our beloved pets or not because if they did then my little girl wouldn't be in hospital fighting for her life right now! However, sago palm (not true palms) is toxic to cats. Learn which ones to avoid to keep your pets safe. As soon as I got her home she kept going to the litter box with no results for passing stool even with her straining to go. Which houseplants CAN we have? He litterally did not move for 3 days. (Note: This is not a complete list. ", Greetings. Surprising as it may seem Vets do not know everything, and to be honest, in my experience of working in Vet's surgeries quite often I have seen the senior nurses know more than the vets do about things like this. It’s best to keep house plants that are poisonous to cats our of the home – it’s not worth the risk. Azaleas: Part of the rhododendron family, an azalea is a small, deciduous species in which the whole plant can be considered poisonous to a cat that may involve gastrointestinal, cardiovascular or central nervous system issues, says the Pet Poison Helpline. According to the ASPCA, both the leaves and berries of the plant contain chemicals that are toxic to cats. A week ago, my cat died. Which plants aren’t feline friendly? Cindy Lawson (author) from Guernsey (Channel Islands) on June 29, 2012: Ahh, of course, I just checked this out and it is the 'Grape Hyacinth'. If there is any question after a houseplant has been ingested or touched immediately call the Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222 The Handbook of Poisonous and Injurious Plants [Paperback]is an excellent reference to keep around if you have young children and pets. Unfortunately, jade plants are highly toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, causing symptoms such as vomiting, lethargy, depression, and incoordination if ingested. Certainly if this is as a result of an allergic reaction then it could definitely happen 'that fast', sometimes allergic reactions happen within minutes depending on what causes them and the level of reaction the animal in question has, (think of how quickly a person allergic to bee stings can react). Thanks again! This list of plants will cause toxic reactions in cats. Needless to say i feel that the Sellers of such deadly plants should be held accountable for not labeling "toxic to Animals, and children"pray with me that my ginger survives..thank you. This makes having this plant in the house something you should reconsider. Thanks so much for this information. Plants that are Posionous to Cats House Plants Toxic to Cats. It would take me ages to list them all. Gardening With Kids—Fun Plants and Ideas for Children If your dog or cat is exposed to it repeatedly, it can cause skin irritation, and berry ingestion can cause vomiting/diarrhea if eaten. Unfortunately I don't have the label which was together with the flowers when I bought them, so I might be wrong, but I think the Latin name for this flower was Muscari neglectum. Would i have to get rid of these plants? Take note of the plants that will harm your pets.... as much as I love my cats... it costs $160 + medication a month. You now have at least got the chance to warn other cat owners of the risks, friends, family etc. Very well written, concise and helpful article. As we mentioned at the start of this article 19 of the 30 great detoxifying plants that were listed over on Sound Body Life were found to be poisonous and toxic to cats and dogs. However, peace lilies contain calcium oxalates and if consumed, can cause vomiting, irritation of the mouth and GI tract, excessive drooling, and in severe cases, difficulty swallowing or breathing. Sago Palms are a fun and tropical addition to the home and can do wonders for indoor air quality. It is not meant to substitute for diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, prescription, or formal and individualized advice from a veterinary medical professional. Richie Mogwai from Vancouver on November 05, 2012: Amazing, truly amazing hub. Also known as ribbon plant or airplane plant, the spider plant is non-toxic to cats and dogs, and will tolerate a wide range of light, moisture, and soil conditions. I am not familiar with the name, although the Muscari part does sound familiar to me from years ago when I grew Hyacinths. Also called rubber plants or money trees, all parts of this plant is poisonous to cats. English ivy has small, pointed leaves and makes for a delicate display. Thanks for making this HUB! Dumb canes, or Dieffenbachias, are a popular houseplant thanks to their stunning tropical foliage and low-maintenance needs. Learn more: Indoor Plants That Clean The Air. Bless you! If ingested, symptoms include vomiting and … Cindy Lawson (author) from Guernsey (Channel Islands) on January 20, 2016: Sounds like you were lucky this time Deb. How long does it take for the side effects to happen if they do?? Good luck. Because Jade plants can get quite large, keeping them out of the reach of cats might be difficult. If it nibbles too much, Jade plant poisoning can be fatal. Because many house plants are poisonous to cats. Plant that took his life. This plants causes serious effects in cats with symptoms such as seizures, pain and swelling. I hope your little girl does recover. Took her to vet today; he checked her blood levels: everything in normal range; gave her an enema and she had a partial evacuation but vet said he could still feel a stool in her intestines; gave her an appetite stimulant and a valium. Poisonous House Plants – Oleander. My nine year old girl cat has been completely listless for two days, with frequent vomiting of frothy and mucous yellow liquid only; no food interest but has had water, keeps visiting the litter box and straining to evacuate but unable to. I checked the few houseplants in the toxic list you provide (thank you) but found no signs of any having been chewed and I don't have any lilies of any kind. Still won't eat and she vomited again shortly after I got her home. It freshens … Cats and Dogs: Philodendron has a much more serious effect on pets, with reports of spasms, seizures, pain, and swelling. I wish I found this page a long time ago. I brought a lily home yesterday not knowing it was poisonous and my kitty was smelling it and I think had some pollen residue on her nose. These plants can survive with the occasional water misting. My male is better,he is eating on his own but he still will not drink very much. My cat used to vomit and had diarrhea, but it never came to my head that it was because of the plants. Plants Non-Toxic to Cats Achira (Canna, Arrowroot) | Scientific Names: Canna edulis | Family: Cannaceae Acorn Squash (Similar plants:pumpkin, zucchini) | Scientific Names: Cucurbita pepo | … However, these plants have an ancient defense mechanism: they are highly toxic for our furry friends. The key is in the word 'Houseplants' as these are the ones your bored cat is most likely to come into contact with or even chew on them. It seems to be more toxic to cats. My cat ate the tiniest piece of a hyacinth leaf earlier today was was found unresponsive later on tonight. Outside the home, try and remove those plants that we know are most toxic to cats, such as lilies. Generally they won't kill your cats, but can make them very unwell. What Houseplants are Poisonous to Cats. Nonetheless, it is still advised that cats eating spider plant leaves may pose a potential risk. I hope your kitten will be okay. Severity: Mild to Moderate. Indoor plants safe for cats , We get lots and lots of mail asking us what indoor plants are poisonous to cats. She will not answer my call. We have prepared a list of non-toxic, 18 Low Light Indoor Plants Safe for Cats and Dogs , approved by ASPCA . Home remedies or do I have to go to vet? Although there are many types of plants that can be toxic to cats, most may actually be found in or around the home. Thank you for doing this. What a fantastically helpful page. I have you in favorites & will be referring back to your site on a regular basis. Learn how to handle and recognize a poisonous indoor plant. So long as there was no pollen on the leaves she should be hopefully. by Julia Wilson. Cindy Lawson (author) from Guernsey (Channel Islands) on March 11, 2012: I am honestly not sure on this one kenzie, but if by 'feather grass' you mean Pampas grass I have never heard of it being toxic to cats. It’s still best to keep these plants out of the reach of your cats because although they are non-toxic, most felines won’t be able to resist chewing on the spindly leaves of air plants, and you may end up not having much of a plant to look at. I'm feeling a bit helpless, to be honest. The sago palm is one of those unexpectedly poisonous house plants. Plants that are poisonous to cats made up 3,675, or about a third, of those calls. She does not have any diarrhea, which seems to be a symptom in plant poisoning. Your home may look heavenly with plenty of plants, but your cat may not! She doesn't need to have intentionally chewed on the plant itself. True palms in (family Arecaceae) like majesty, parlor, areca, ponytail, bamboo, kentia, pygmy date, or cat palms are not toxic or poisonous to cats, dogs, and horses, making them a perfect choice of garden and house plants. Houseplants Toxic to Cats. They have calcium oxalate crystals that are toxic to cats. Cindy Lawson (author) from Guernsey (Channel Islands) on January 24, 2018: Sorry to hear this happened to your cats Carmen, but thank you for sharing your story so others can realise how serious the risk is to their cats and the ongoing costs it can incur if they are lucky enough to survive. I have been nursing 2 of my babies back to health for 5 days now. Do not attempt to diagnose or treat any ailments yourself. Hello, i am thinking about getting a cat and i realized i have poisonous plants like philodenrons, pathos, asparagus fern, arrowhead, aloe. Another plant which is also listed as one of the poisonous house plants is the pothos ivy. So pleased you found this in time (prior to your planting). Symptoms of dumb cane poisoning in cats include vomiting, burning of the mouth, oral irritation, swelling, and in severe cases difficulty swallowing or breathing. Called the vet back and he doesn't know what is wrong with her but said the next step would be x-rays of her intestines and possibly more enemas. How can one even plan a garden if all these plants are poisonous? I also wish to know if Butterfly Pea (tea, blooms, leaves, etc.) You might also find my article on Lilies being capable of killing your cat within hours interesting. That's why we have put together this list of popular and common houseplants found in many homes. 7. Surprisingly, even humans can overdose on liquorice! Good luck. Cindy Lawson (author) from Guernsey (Channel Islands) on January 22, 2012: I wish I could answer that one in a comment blondie, but that would require a whole article in itself, plus hours and hours of research. They’ll think a cardboard box is a great hideout, eat crumbs off of the ground, and munch on houseplants for a snack. Is Buttfly Pea (tea, blooms, leaves, etc) toxic to cats? He still can't diagnose her, said it could be an intestinal virus, which the body has to fight on its own, or it could be something toxic she ingested, which also is a matter of time to be eliminated from her system. You could grow cat-friendly plants like catnip, mint, cat thyme and lavender to encourage them to nibble non-toxic plants in the garden. However, they can also be deadly if you have cat. Also is a spilt leaf, purple passion and an african mask poisonous to cats? Thank you, spider plant (Chlorophytum), for looking just as cool today as you did in grandma's kitchen in 1978. Jade plants, also known as "Money plants" or "Dollar plants," are a type of succulent that is easy to grow and thought to bring good luck and fortune to their owners. This plant responds well to low-light and low watering conditions. While I want you to know what plants to be wary of, I’ll admit that I have at least 10 houseplants in my house. Unfortunately, Monstera deliciosa contains insoluble calcium oxalates making them highly toxic to cats. After stargazing lillies almost killing my daughter's kitten, I googled your article and found several plants I need to remove from my home. Please, everyone, check your plants. Thanks. Can hyacinth kill that fast? Only your vet can tell you a cure or what could have caused the problems your cat has had. After I sent you the above post, the vet called me and asked how she was doing and when I told him that nothing had changed he said I should bring her right back; he wanted to x-ray her for foreign objects asap. Luckily, I haven't planted anything I needed to deter my cat from snooping in (whew)... he's a snoopy, persistent li'l guy! I recently put feather grass in my garden & my cats immediately were drawn to it. Cindy Lawson (author) from Guernsey (Channel Islands) on November 27, 2011: Hi Indi, I am sorry to hear about your little girl. Excellent symptomatic breakdown and alternative names for plants. Cindy Lawson (author) from Guernsey (Channel Islands) on October 05, 2012: You are very welcome LakeCabin. After all, they produce a starch that many people around the world use to make pudding. Having had cats all my life and also being an avid gardener, I never realised the potential risks. 2. When any part of the plant is ingested, it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and even liver failure and death. Especially helpful having pictures alongside names too. In the garden they are probably more interested in chasing mice, birds etc than they are in chewing on random plants (which is not to say they won't, only that it is less likely than in the house). With houseplant collecting becoming more popular, Jade plants are making a comeback. Amaryllis is a popular house plant gift, but avoid giving it to cat owners: all parts of the plant are highly poisonous to cats, and ingesting it can cause changes in blood pressure, seizures, and severe vomiting. Dieffenbachia. Cindy Lawson (author) from Guernsey (Channel Islands) on April 27, 2012: Cannot thank you enough for taking the time and trouble to compile this excellent list with clear pictures. They can be decorative, fun to care for, and good for air quality. Harmful Parts of the Plant: All parts of the plant Although many plants contain the word “lily” in their name, Dr. Wismer says, certain species are the most dangerous to cats, including Asiatic lilies, Easter lilies, Japanese show lilies, rubrum lilies, stargazer lilies, red lilies, tiger lilies, Western lilies, wood lilies, and daylilies. This article is simply a guideline, you would need to check it out with your vet or the ASPCA directly. While Aloe may have therapeutic properties for humans, it is toxic to cats and can cause lethargy, vomiting, and diarrhea if ingested. You could also buy fake plants too. This hardy, succulent plant, with pearl-like tubercles over its fleshy, blue-green leaves, looks stunning in any home. Need some R&R with your cat? jakeadoodle1975@yahoo.com on January 28, 2017: My cat died very quickly from eating a poinsettia leaf. If you have any of these ornamental plants, ensure they are protected. Cindy Lawson (author) from Guernsey (Channel Islands) on March 23, 2013: Hi There, sounds like you might have an Aloe Vera that is one of the less toxic varieties (there are many variations). Thanks a lot for this very useful information. I will always carry the guilt of buying the f@@@!!! Looking again at what I wrote I did not say it would kill your cat, the symptoms I list do not include death. 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