Is Christmas Rose toxic to cats?

Helleborus niger · Family: Ranunculaceae

Outdoor/Garden

Cats: toxic   Dogs: toxic

Also called: Hellebore, Lenten Rose, Easter Rose

Symptoms

Drooling, abdominal pain, diarrhea, colic, depression

Toxic principles: Cardiac glycosides, saponins, protoanemonin

Source: ASPCA entry

Care at a glance

• Light: medium
• Difficulty: medium
• Hanging-friendly: no

Care notes are AI-drafted, pending review.

Pet-safe alternatives

• Baby Rubber Plant
• Emerald Ripple Peperomia
• Friendship Plant