Is Autumn Crocus Toxic to Pets?
Yes — autumn crocus is toxic to cats. Yes — autumn crocus is toxic to dogs. Yes — autumn crocus is toxic to horses.
PawSafe Check is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. Always contact your veterinarian or a poison control service if you think your pet has been exposed.
- Scientific name
- Colchicum autumnale
- Toxic compound
- Colchicine
- Toxic parts
- All parts, especially bulbs
- Also known as
- meadow saffron, colchicum
Symptoms
Cats (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
Dogs (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
Horses (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
What to do
If your cat ate autumn crocus
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your cat ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
If your dog ate autumn crocus
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your dog ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
If your horse ate autumn crocus
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your horse ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
Good to know
Different from spring crocus and far more dangerous. Signs may be delayed and can include bloody vomiting, organ damage and bone marrow suppression.
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Frequently asked questions
Is autumn crocus toxic to cats?
Yes — autumn crocus is toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Is autumn crocus toxic to dogs?
Yes — autumn crocus is toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Is autumn crocus toxic to horses?
Yes — autumn crocus is toxic to horses. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Which parts of autumn crocus are toxic?
All parts, especially bulbs.
What makes autumn crocus toxic?
Colchicine.
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