Toxic to cats · Plants

Is Narcissus toxic to cats?

High severity No safe amount — No amount is considered safe.

Yes, Narcissus is highly toxic to cats. Exposure can cause serious illness and needs prompt veterinary attention. No amount is considered safe.

Symptoms to watch for

  • Drooling
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Increased heart rate
  • Abdominal pain
  • Abnormal breathing
  • Cardiac arrhythmias
  • Respiratory depression

How vets treat it

Seek immediate veterinary care for supportive treatment if exposure is witnessed or symptoms are observed.

Why it's dangerous

Contains lycorine, an alkaloid with strong emetic properties, and calcium oxalate crystals in the bulbs that cause severe tissue irritation.

Toxic compound: lycorine

Good to know

The bulbs contain the highest concentration of toxins and crystals, though all parts of the plant are toxic.

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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