Is Fiddle Leaf Fig Toxic to Pets?
Yes — fiddle leaf fig is mildly toxic to cats. Yes — fiddle leaf fig is mildly toxic to dogs. Yes — fiddle leaf fig is mildly 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
- Ficus lyrata
- Toxic compound
- Irritating milky sap (ficin and psoralens)
- Toxic parts
- Leaves and sap
- Also known as
- fiddle-leaf fig, ficus lyrata
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Skin or mouth irritation
- Drooling
- Vomiting
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Skin or mouth irritation
- Drooling
- Vomiting
Horses (mildly toxic)
- Skin or mouth irritation
- Drooling
- Vomiting
What to do
If your cat ate fiddle leaf fig
- 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 fiddle leaf fig
- 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.
If your horse ate fiddle leaf fig
- Remove any plant material from your horse'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 horse is small, young or elderly.
Good to know
The milky sap irritates the mouth, stomach and skin. Problems are usually mild.
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Frequently asked questions
Is fiddle leaf fig toxic to cats?
Yes — fiddle leaf fig is mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include skin or mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting.
Is fiddle leaf fig toxic to dogs?
Yes — fiddle leaf fig is mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include skin or mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting.
Is fiddle leaf fig toxic to horses?
Yes — fiddle leaf fig is mildly toxic to horses. Common signs include skin or mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting.
Which parts of fiddle leaf fig are toxic?
Leaves and sap.
What makes fiddle leaf fig toxic?
Irritating milky sap (ficin and psoralens).
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