Is Alocasia toxic to cats?

Alocasia spp. · Family: Araceae

Cats: toxic   Dogs: toxic

Also called: Elephant's Ear

Symptoms

Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing

Toxic principles: Insoluble calcium oxalates

Source: ASPCA entry

Care at a glance

• Light: bright-indirect
• Difficulty: hard
• Hanging-friendly: no

Care notes are AI-drafted, pending review.

Pet-safe alternatives

• Aluminum Plant
• Earth Star
• Money Tree