Here in Australia we have numerous plants and flowers that are toxic to felines. If you have cats it would be wise to plant non-toxic plants around your garden and patio. Choose wisely for indoor plants. Also be mindful of flower arrangements as they contain numerous toxic flowers. The most used flower in arrangements is the Lily. Some plastic and silk flowers can be toxic and dangerous if swallowed.
Signs that are constant with poisoning are:-
- Seizures
- Lethargy
- Foaming at the mouth
- Copious vomiting
- Dizziness
- Confused behaviour like walking in circles
Here is a small sample of various toxic plants found in Australia. There are many more plants out there.
(*) Any part of this plant/flower is highly toxic and can cause death.
| Tiger Lily* | Rubrum Lily* | Climbing Lily* | Asian Lily* | Lily of the Valley* |
| Easter Lily* | Day Lily* | Wood lily* | Stargazer Lily* | Azalea |
| Daffodil | Hyacinth | Iris | Bird of Paradise | Gladiola |
| Amaryllis | Poinsettia | Autumn Crocus | Elephant Ear | Cyclamen |
| Tulip | Narcissus | Hydrangea | Kalanchoe | Oleander |
| Lace Fern | Emerald Fern | Asparagus Fern | Plumosa Fern | Marigold |
| Arrowhead Vine | Dracaena Marginata | Aglaonema | Dracaena Deremensis | Dracaena Fragrans |
| Pussy’s Ears | Morning Glory | Hellebore | Mother-in-Law’s Tongue | Anthurium |
| Aloe Vera/Cactus | Nightshade | Arum/Calla Lily | Mistletoe | Chrysanthemum |
If you suspect that your cat has eaten any of the above or indeed any plant and is experiencing any signs constant with poisoning please contact your vet immediately. It would be wise to take a piece of the plant with you to the vet for identification. Better to be safe than sorry.
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