Is Daylily Toxic to Pets?
Yes — daylily is toxic to cats and can be fatal. No — daylily is non-toxic to dogs. No — daylily is non-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
- Hemerocallis spp.
- Toxic compound
- Unknown water-soluble toxin
- Toxic parts
- All parts
- Also known as
- hemerocallis, ditch lily
Symptoms
Cats (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Drooling
- Loss of appetite
- Hiding or lethargy
- Drinking and urinating more, then less
- Acute kidney failure within 1-3 days; can be fatal
Dogs (non-toxic)
- Mild stomach upset if a lot is eaten
Horses (non-toxic)
- Mild stomach upset if a lot is eaten
What to do
If your cat ate daylily
- 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 daylily
- This is generally considered safe for dogs.
- Large amounts of any plant or unfamiliar food can still cause stomach upset.
- Call your vet if your dog seems unwell.
If your horse ate daylily
- This is generally considered safe for horses.
- Large amounts of any plant or unfamiliar food can still cause stomach upset.
- Call your vet if your horse seems unwell.
Good to know
Daylilies are not true lilies but have the same kidney-damaging effect in cats. They are considered non-toxic to dogs.
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Frequently asked questions
Is daylily toxic to cats?
Yes — daylily is toxic to cats and can be fatal. Common signs include vomiting, drooling, loss of appetite.
Is daylily toxic to dogs?
No — daylily is non-toxic to dogs. Common signs include mild stomach upset if a lot is eaten.
Is daylily toxic to horses?
No — daylily is non-toxic to horses. Common signs include mild stomach upset if a lot is eaten.
Which parts of daylily are toxic?
All parts.
What makes daylily toxic?
Unknown water-soluble toxin.
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