10/07/2023
Having indoor plants can be beneficial for us humans; they look nice, they purify our air, and help us breathe easier. But some of these plants have the potential to be deadly for our feline friends.
In some cases, only a single part of the plant is poisonous to cats (e.g. roots, leaves, seeds, flowers, etc) but to be safe, we are ruling out the entire plant for your cat’s safety.
If you find that your foster kitty has eaten any part of these plants – please message Megan immediately!
Symptoms of toxic plant ingestion include:
• Vomiting
• Lethargy
• Diarrhea
• Drooling
• Nausea
• Weakness
COMMON HOUSE PLANTS
Lilies - The entire plant—stems, leaves, flowers, pollen, and the water in the vase—is toxic to cats and known to cause kidney failure within three days.
Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum) Peace lilies contain calcium oxalates which are toxic to cats. They are only dangerous when ingested and are safe to touch.
Aloe Vera - It is toxic to cats if ingested.
Monstera - Monstera deliciosa contains insoluble calcium oxalates making them highly toxic to cats.
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) – many varieties - any of them are toxic.
Jade plants -unknown cause of toxicity but all parts of the plant can cause reactions in cats.
Snake Plant (Dracaena trifasciata) - if ingested
Sago Palm (Cycas revoluta) - they are highly toxic to our furry friends. If you have cats at home, you should avoid them at all costs.
English Ivy (Hedera helix)
Dieffenbachia – also known as dumbcane (Dieffenbachia amoena) highly toxic to cats when ingested
Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana) Kalanchoe can cause intestinal issues in cats and affect their heart rate.
Hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis)
Oleander (Nerium oleander)
Tulip (Tulipa spp.)
Daffodils (Narcissus spp.)
Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia Regniae and Caesalpinia gilliesii) - The latter, Caesalpinia gilliesii, is more toxic and can cause more problems, such as intense burning and irritation of the mouth, tongue, and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, and difficulty swallowing. The Strelitzia variety may cause mild nausea and drowsiness.
Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium) when ingested by felines, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, or skin irritation. Pyrethrin naturally occurs in mums and is commonly used in pesticides, dog flea and tick medication, shampoos, and collars; however, it is toxic when used on cats.
Poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) The milky sap from the plant can cause mouth and stomach irritation, vomiting, drooling, and skin irritation.
