Toxic to cats · Plants

Is Corn Plant toxic to cats?

Moderate severity

Yes, Corn Plant is toxic to cats. It can cause real illness, so contact your vet if your pet has been exposed.

Symptoms to watch for

  • drooling
  • vomiting
  • weakness
  • incoordination
  • dilated pupils

How vets treat it

Monitor for gastrointestinal distress and neurological signs; contact a veterinarian if symptoms persist or if severe dehydration occurs.

Why it's dangerous

The plant contains unknown steroidal saponins that irritate the gastrointestinal tract and affect the nervous system upon ingestion.

Toxic compound: Steroidal saponins

Good to know

Dilated pupils are specifically noted as a symptom in cats.

Sources

This page is informational and is not veterinary advice. If your pet has been exposed to something risky, contact your vet or an animal poison control line right away.

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