Is Dracaena Toxic to Pets?
Yes — dracaena is mildly toxic to cats. Yes — dracaena is mildly toxic to dogs.
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
- Dracaena spp.
- Toxic compound
- Saponins
- Toxic parts
- Leaves
- Also known as
- corn plant, dragon tree, lucky bamboo
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Low energy or depression
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Low energy or depression
What to do
If your cat ate dracaena
- Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and keep it out of reach.
- Gently rinse the mouth and offer fresh water.
- Call your vet if symptoms persist, get worse, or your cat is small, young or elderly.
If your dog ate dracaena
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and keep it out of reach.
- Gently rinse the mouth and offer fresh water.
- Call your vet if symptoms persist, get worse, or your dog is small, young or elderly.
Good to know
Corn plants, dragon trees and other dracaenas cause vomiting, drooling and sometimes dilated pupils in cats.
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Frequently asked questions
Is dracaena toxic to cats?
Yes — dracaena is mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Is dracaena toxic to dogs?
Yes — dracaena is mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Which parts of dracaena are toxic?
Leaves.
What makes dracaena toxic?
Saponins.