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Is frangipani (kemboja) toxic to dogs? Yes: mildly toxic
Mildly toxic. Chewing frangipani (kemboja) leaves, stems or flowers can cause drooling, vomiting and diarrhea. Serious illness is rare.
Frangipani (kemboja) and dogs: key facts
- Verdict
- Toxic · Watch at home
- What it can do
- Drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, diarrhea and not eating.
- What to do now
- Take any plant pieces away and rinse your dog's mouth with water. All steps
- Sources
- IVIS, Guide to Poisonous House and Garden Plants (Knight). Reviewed 9 October 2026.
What should I do if my dog ate frangipani (kemboja)?
- Take any plant pieces away and rinse your dog's mouth with water.
- Wash sap off the skin and fur with mild soap and water.
- Watch for drooling, vomiting or diarrhea over the next day.
- Call your vet if vomiting or diarrhea keeps going, your dog won't eat, or seems weak or unwell, especially a small puppy.
Don't
- Don't make your dog vomit unless a vet tells you to.
- Don't let a puppy chew fallen branches or flowers; the sap is the irritating part.
Symptoms to watch for
- Drooling
- Pawing at the mouth
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Not eating
Why
The milky sap irritates the mouth and skin, and the plant contains compounds that upset the stomach and gut. The veterinary plant guide notes that severe signs are rare and animals usually recover quickly without treatment.
Sources
Guide reviewed 9 October 2026. Page updated 7 November 2026.
General information from the sources above, not a diagnosis. When in doubt, call your vet.