Common poisonous plants for cats

Narcissuse

Narcissus is highly poisonous for cats. Accidental ingestion can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. In severe cases, it can even affect the central nervous system, causing seizures, irregular heartbeat, and other complications.

Lily

Lily is extremely poisonous for cats, and even a small amount of ingestion can lead to poisoning. They may cause damage to the heart, lungs, kidneys, and other organs. Severe cases can result in coma or even death.

Dracaena sanderiana

Dracaena sanderiana contains strong toxicity to cats and dogs. Accidental ingestion in cats may exhibit symptoms such as excessive excitement, depression, vomiting with blood, etc.

Azalea

Even a few leaves of azalea can harm a cat’s health severely. They can induce oral irritation, vomiting, and diarrhea. The toxins in azalea may also disrupt the nervous system and cardiac muscles, ultimately leading to death.

Chrysanthemum / Mums

Chrysanthemum is extremely poisonous for cats, and even a small amount of ingestion can lead to poisoning. They can cause damage to the heart, lungs, kidneys, and other organs. Severe cases can result in coma or even death.

Dieffenbachia

Dieffenbachia contains neurotoxins. Upon contact, cats may exhibit symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Severe cases can result in coma or even death.

Tulip

Tulip can cause depression, diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea in cats.

Aloe

The emodin found in the outer layer of aloe can cause chronic toxicity in cats. Mild cases may present symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, drooling, and fever.

Hyacinth

The entire hyacinth is considered “toxic” to cats, especially the bulbs, which can cause stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Hydrangea

Hydrangea has a relatively lower toxicity, but they can still cause discomforts such as stomachache and vomiting.