PupkeeperPlants poisonous to dogs
The most dangerous plants for dogs include sago palm, lily of the valley, oleander, desert rose, yellow oleander and pong-pong, and foxglove: 18 plants in the guide are emergencies. In all, 65 of the 86 plants in the Pupkeeper guide are toxic, 8 need caution and 13 are safe for dogs, such as spider plant, Boston fern, calathea and prayer plant, and African violet.
If your dog ate a toxic plant, call your vet or a pet poison line now
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Highly toxic plants: emergencies 18
- Autumn CrocusToxicHighly toxic. Autumn crocus contains colchicine, which can cause bloody vomiting, organ failure and death.
- Azalea and RhododendronToxicHighly toxic. Even a few azalea or rhododendron leaves can cause vomiting, drooling, weakness and heart problems.
- Black WalnutToxicToxic. Moldy black walnuts and hulls can cause tremors and seizures, and chewing the wood shavings can make dogs wobbly.
- Castor Bean PlantToxicExtremely toxic. Castor beans contain ricin, which can cause severe vomiting, kidney failure, seizures and death.
- Datura, Angel's Trumpet and BelladonnaToxicHighly toxic. Datura (jimsonweed, kecubung), angel's trumpet and belladonna can cause wide pupils, a racing heart, a stopped-up gut and odd behavior.
- Desert Rose (Adenium)ToxicHighly toxic. Desert rose (adenium) contains heart poisons that can cause vomiting, an irregular heartbeat and death.
- FoxgloveToxicHighly toxic. Foxglove contains heart poisons that can cause vomiting, a dangerous heartbeat and heart failure.
- Glory LilyToxicHighly toxic. Glory lily contains colchicine; chewing the roots or tubers can cause severe vomiting and failure of several organs.
- Lily of the ValleyToxicHighly toxic. Lily of the valley contains heart toxins that can cause an irregular heartbeat, seizures and coma.
- OleanderToxicHighly toxic. All parts of oleander contain heart poisons that can cause vomiting, an irregular heartbeat, collapse and death.
- Poison HemlockToxicHighly toxic. Poison hemlock quickly affects the nerves, causing tremors, drooling and paralysis, and can kill.
- Rosary Pea (Jequirity Bean)ToxicHighly toxic. Rosary pea seeds contain abrin; a chewed or broken seed can cause severe, sometimes bloody vomiting and diarrhea, shock and death.
- Sago PalmToxicHighly toxic. Every part of the sago palm, especially the seeds, can cause liver failure and can kill a dog.
- Water HemlockToxicExtremely toxic. Water hemlock, one of North America's most toxic plants, causes rapid seizures and breathing failure, even in small amounts.
- Wild MushroomsToxicTreat as toxic. Some wild mushrooms, like death cap (Amanita), cause liver failure and death; unless an expert identifies it, assume danger.
- Yellow Oleander and Pong-PongToxicHighly toxic. Yellow oleander and pong-pong (sea mango) contain heart poisons like oleander that can cause vomiting and a slow or irregular heartbeat.
- Yesterday-Today-Tomorrow (Brunfelsia)ToxicToxic. Brunfelsia (yesterday-today-tomorrow, Paraguayan jasmine) can cause vomiting, tremors and seizures that may last for days.
- YewToxicHighly toxic. All parts of yew except the red berry flesh can cause sudden heart failure; the seeds inside the berries are very toxic.
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- Acorns and OakToxicToxic. Acorns can cause vomiting, diarrhea and stomach pain, and whole acorns can block the gut; long-term harm is rare in dogs.
- Allamanda (Golden Trumpet)ToxicToxic. Allamanda (golden trumpet) contains a gut irritant that can cause belly pain and diarrhea, and a lot can lead to dehydration.
- Aloe VeraToxicMildly toxic. Chewing an aloe plant can cause vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy, though the clear gel itself is considered edible.
- AmaryllisToxicToxic. Amaryllis, especially the bulb, can cause vomiting, drooling, diarrhea and belly pain.
- Asparagus FernToxicMildly toxic. Asparagus fern berries can upset the stomach, and repeated brushing against the plant can cause an itchy skin rash.
- Calla LilyToxicToxic but rarely serious. Calla lily crystals burn and irritate the mouth and stomach, causing drooling, vomiting and trouble swallowing.
- Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema)ToxicToxic. Chewing Chinese evergreen (aglaonema) releases sharp crystals that burn the mouth, causing pain, drooling and vomiting.
- Chrysanthemum (Mum)ToxicMild to moderately toxic. Mums can cause vomiting, diarrhea, drooling and wobbly walking, depending on how much was eaten.
- Cocoa Bean MulchToxicToxic. Cocoa bean mulch can poison dogs like chocolate does, causing vomiting, a racing heart, tremors and seizures.
- Croton (Pokok Puding)ToxicMildly toxic. Chewing a croton (pokok puding) can cause drooling, vomiting and diarrhea, and its sap can irritate the skin.
- CyclamenToxicToxic. Cyclamen can cause drooling, vomiting and diarrhea; eating a lot of the root (tuber) can affect the heart and cause seizures.
- DaffodilToxicToxic. Daffodils, especially the bulbs, can cause severe vomiting and diarrhea; large amounts can affect the heart and cause seizures.
- Dieffenbachia (Dumb Cane)ToxicToxic. Chewing dumb cane releases sharp crystals that burn the mouth, causing pain, heavy drooling and vomiting.
- Dracaena and Lucky BambooToxicToxic. Dracaenas, including lucky bamboo and corn plant, can cause vomiting, drooling, low energy and loss of appetite in dogs.
- English IvyToxicToxic. English ivy can cause vomiting, belly pain, drooling and diarrhea; the leaves are more toxic than the berries.
- Ficus (Rubber Plant and Fig Trees)ToxicToxic. Chewing a ficus, such as a rubber plant, weeping fig or fiddle-leaf fig, can irritate the mouth and stomach, and the sap can irritate skin.
- Frangipani (Kemboja)ToxicMildly toxic. Chewing frangipani (kemboja) leaves, stems or flowers can cause drooling, vomiting and diarrhea.
- Gardenia (Cape Jasmine)ToxicToxic. Eating gardenia (cape jasmine) can cause mild vomiting or diarrhea and hives in dogs. It is not a true jasmine.
- HollyToxicMildly toxic. Holly leaves and berries usually cause only stomach upset such as vomiting and diarrhea, and most dogs recover at home.
- Horse Chestnut (Conker and Buckeye)ToxicToxic. Conkers and buckeyes can cause severe vomiting and diarrhea, wobbliness and seizures, and can block the gut.
- HydrangeaToxicToxic. Hydrangea can cause vomiting, diarrhea and low energy; serious cyanide poisoning is rare.
- Jade PlantToxicToxic. Chewing a jade plant can cause vomiting, low energy and wobbly walking.
- KalanchoeToxicToxic. Kalanchoe can cause vomiting and diarrhea, and rarely an abnormal heart rhythm.
- Laburnum (Golden Chain Tree)ToxicToxic. Every part of laburnum is poisonous; dogs most often eat the seeds, but even chewing the bark or twigs can make them ill.
- LantanaToxicToxic. Lantana can cause vomiting, diarrhea, weakness and labored breathing.
- LavenderToxicToxic. Eating lavender can cause nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite in dogs.
- Lemongrass (Serai)ToxicMildly toxic. Lemongrass (serai) usually causes only stomach upset in dogs that chew or eat it.
- Mint (Pudina)ToxicMildly toxic. Garden mint can cause vomiting and diarrhea, mainly when a dog eats a lot of it.
- MistletoeToxicToxic. A few mistletoe leaves or berries usually cause stomach upset, but larger amounts can affect the heart and blood pressure.
- Monstera (Swiss Cheese Plant)ToxicToxic but rarely serious. Chewing monstera releases crystals that irritate the mouth, causing drooling, pawing at the mouth and vomiting.
- Morning GloryToxicToxic. Morning glory leaves and flowers can upset the stomach, and eating many seeds can cause hallucinations.
- Moss Rose and Purslane (Portulaca)ToxicToxic. Moss rose and purslane (portulaca) contain oxalates that can cause drooling and tremors, and rarely kidney failure.
- Night-Blooming Jasmine (Cestrum)ToxicToxic. All parts of night-blooming jasmine (cestrum) are poisonous to animals, especially the berries. It is not a true jasmine.
- NightshadeToxicToxic. Wild nightshades can cause drooling, severe stomach upset, confusion, weakness and a slow heart rate.
- Peace LilyToxicMildly toxic. Peace lily crystals irritate the mouth and stomach and cause drooling and vomiting, but serious problems are very rare.
- PhilodendronToxicToxic but rarely serious. Chewing philodendron releases needle-like crystals that make the mouth sore and swollen and cause drooling.
- PoinsettiaToxicMildly toxic. Poinsettia sap can irritate the mouth and stomach and cause drooling or vomiting, but its danger is greatly exaggerated.
- PothosToxicToxic but rarely serious. Chewing pothos releases needle-like crystals that irritate the mouth, causing drooling, pawing at the mouth and vomiting.
- RagwortToxicToxic. Ragwort contains toxins that can damage the liver, causing weakness, drowsiness, wobbliness and yellow gums.
- Rhubarb LeavesToxicToxic. Rhubarb leaves, raw or cooked, can cause drooling and tremors and may damage the kidneys.
- Snake PlantToxicMildly toxic. Chewing a snake plant can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
- Spider Lily (Crinum Lily)ToxicToxic. Spider lilies (crinum, bakung) can cause vomiting, drooling, belly pain and diarrhea; large amounts may cause wobbliness or seizures.
- Taro, Caladium and Elephant EarsToxicToxic. Raw taro (yam, keladi) and the leaves of taro, caladium and elephant-ear plants burn a dog's mouth, causing pain, drooling and vomiting.
- Tomato PlantToxicToxic. Tomato leaves, stems and unripe green tomatoes can cause stomach upset, weakness and a slow heart rate; ripe tomatoes are non-toxic.
- Tulips and HyacinthsToxicToxic, especially the bulbs. Tulips and hyacinths can cause drooling, vomiting and diarrhea; nibbling a leaf or flower is usually milder.
- WisteriaToxicToxic. Wisteria can cause vomiting, sometimes with blood, along with diarrhea and low energy.
- ZZ PlantToxicMildly toxic. ZZ plants contain crystals that irritate the mouth, causing drooling, pawing at the mouth and vomiting; lasting harm isn't expected.
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- A Plant You Can't IdentifyCautionIf you can't name the plant your dog ate, treat it as possibly toxic: take a photo, bag a piece and call your vet or a pet poison line.
- Berries You Can't IdentifyCautionTreat berries you can't name as toxic. Many grow on plants that poison dogs, like yew, mistletoe and lantana.
- Cactus and SucculentsCautionCaution. Some succulents are non-toxic, but jade plant, aloe, kalanchoe and pencil cactus are toxic to dogs.
- Christmas Tree (Needles and Water)CautionUsually mild, but take care. Needles and sap can irritate the mouth and stomach, and tree-stand water can hold fertilizer and bacteria.
- Grass Awns (Foxtails)CautionCaution. Barbed grass seeds can burrow into paws, ears, noses and eyes, causing infections and abscesses, and can travel deeper into the body.
- Lilies (True Lilies and Daylilies)CautionUsually mild for dogs. True lilies and daylilies may cause stomach upset but are not known to damage a dog's kidneys.
- RosesCautionCaution. The ASPCA lists roses as non-toxic, but thorns can hurt the mouth and paws, and eating a lot can cause stomach upset or a blockage.
- Spring CrocusCautionUsually mild, but check the type. Spring crocus may cause drooling, vomiting or diarrhea; the look-alike autumn crocus is very dangerous.
Plants safe for dogs 13
- African VioletSafe in moderationSafe. The ASPCA lists African violet as non-toxic to dogs, though eating any plant can cause mild stomach upset.
- Areca PalmSafe in moderationSafe. The ASPCA lists areca palm as non-toxic to dogs, though eating any plant can cause mild stomach upset.
- BasilSafe in moderationSafe. The ASPCA lists basil as non-toxic to dogs, though eating any plant can cause mild stomach upset.
- Boston FernSafe in moderationSafe. The ASPCA lists Boston fern as non-toxic to dogs, though eating any plant can cause mild stomach upset.
- Calathea and Prayer PlantSafe in moderationSafe. The ASPCA lists calathea or prayer plant as non-toxic to dogs, though eating any plant can cause mild stomach upset.
- Christmas Cactus, Haworthia and EcheveriaSafe in moderationSafe in moderation. The ASPCA lists Christmas cactus, haworthia, echeveria and burro's tail as non-toxic, though any plant can upset the stomach.
- Hibiscus (Bunga Raya)Safe in moderationSafe. The ASPCA lists hibiscus as non-toxic to dogs, though eating any plant can cause mild stomach upset.
- Ixora (Jejarum)Safe in moderationSafe in moderation. The ASPCA lists ixora (jejarum) as non-toxic to dogs, though eating any plant can cause vomiting or stomach upset.
- Jasmine (Melur)Safe in moderationSafe in moderation. The ASPCA lists true jasmine (melur), star jasmine and Madagascar jasmine as non-toxic, but some other plants called jasmine are toxic.
- Orchids (Moth Orchid)Safe in moderationSafe in moderation. The ASPCA lists moth orchids as non-toxic, though eating more than a bite or two can cause mild stomach upset.
- RosemarySafe in moderationSafe. The ASPCA lists rosemary as non-toxic to dogs, though eating any plant can cause mild stomach upset.
- Spider PlantSafe in moderationSafe. The ASPCA lists spider plant as non-toxic to dogs, though eating any plant can cause mild stomach upset.
- Sunflower (Bunga Matahari)Safe in moderationSafe in moderation. The ASPCA lists sunflower as non-toxic to dogs, though eating any plant can cause vomiting or stomach upset.
General information from each entry's sources, not a diagnosis. When in doubt, call your vet.