Poisonous Plant Safety

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Poisonous Plant Safety
Drs. Foster & Smith Educational Staff

With the hustle and bustle of the season, we pet owners may not be as observant as we'd like. Cats and dogs can be very curious and some love to chew greenery. But knowing what types of flora may cause your pet to become ill, and preventing contact with them, may save you a frantic trip to the veterinarian's office. Also, we recommend you post the telephone number of your area poison control center (or the national hotline) by the phone.

The following is by no means a complete list, but comprises some of the most common indoor plants that could cause problems:

May cause rash after skin or mouth contact:

Chrysanthemum
Fig, Creeping & Weeping
Poinsettia

Causes mouth swelling and may cause staggering and collapse:

Boston Ivy
Dieffenbachia (all)
Lily, Calla and Peace
Mother-in-Law's Tongue (Snake Plant)
Philodendron (all)
Silver Pothos

May cause vomiting and diarrhea, cramps; some cause tremors, heart, respiratory, or kidney problem:

Aloe Vera
Asparagus Fern
Amaryllis
Azalea
Bird of Paradise
Daffodil
Elephant Ear
English Ivy
Ferns
Mistletoe
Rubber Plant
Schefflera
Umbrella Plant

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