Which plants are deadly for cats?

No matter which one you turn to, all plants are potentially toxic or even deadly to cats. Some can trigger a simple digestive disorder and others lead to serious poisoning. So even though Mister Matou takes great pleasure in chewing them, it is better to avoid leaving the most dangerous ones within his reach. Let's admit that they do everything to attract them and that your pet is adventurous enough to be trapped.

The risk of aroids :

At the slightest injury to the foliage or stems, the substance that flows out is produced in the form of toxic latex . Irritations can then appear, to varying degrees for the animal, or even more serious conditions. A simple touch is enough to impregnate the hairs with this secretion, which our guy is obviously trying to get rid of by licking himself. Digestive, respiratory and even nervous disorders are to be feared, but also kidney damage, which can prove fatal after a few days.

Infections :

It is better to avoid bringing an Anthurium , your Philodendron, the Monstera or a Sansevieria within its reach. Concerning the Ficus, severe gastroenteritis is to be feared, but the graceful Zamioculcas is at lower risk.

Euphorbiaceae :

For their part, it is hyper salivation and edema that can occur in the event of ingestion. Our Euphorbia certainly does not have the spiciness of the Cactus but protects itself from intruders by its white latex produced in the event of bruising. Its thorns have no power to deflect our intrepid companions, so keep them from coming into contact with this irritating sap. If he scratches his eyes or licks his paws, skin, eye or mouth disorders are guaranteed.

Poisoning :

And if a Eucalyptus causes digestive disorders, Aloes cause hemorrhagic diarrhoea... it is when your cat has swallowed a large quantity that he can be seriously poisoned. For Arums these disorders can lead to coma.

Primulaceae:

These plants contain the worst poison ever! Indeed the rhizome they contain causes at best gastroenteritis, at worst convulsions and severe damage to red blood cells that can lead to death. Regarding the Cyclamen , it is the bulbs that turn out to be toxic, as well as the entire plant in the end. This is followed by colic, with diarrhea and vomiting, limited blood circulation problems, jaundice or even respiratory paralysis. Primroses are one of them.

As for Orchids , Ferns and Saw Palmetto , these are plants prized by indoor cats for their folic acid intake. Aside from the messes to be lamented, this supply of freshness is as necessary to them as catnip.

Action reaction :

Rush to the veterinarian, with a specimen of the plant, its name or its photo. Do not give your mischievous cat anything to eat or drink and do not try to make it regurgitate. Likewise, do not practice any self-medication, only the practitioner must intervene to avoid any misunderstanding. Observe his reactions to rest, those of the cat not of the vet obviously, especially as they will be communicated to him. So don't panic, an early diagnosis will earn you good care.