Is ZZ Plant Toxic to Cats or Dogs?
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
Short answer
Yes. The referenced veterinary poison resources list ZZ Plant as toxic to both cats and dogs. All parts. Contains calcium oxalate crystals.
विषाक्त भाग
All parts. Contains calcium oxalate crystals.
खाने पर लक्षण
- Oral irritation
- Swelling of mouth and tongue
- Excessive drooling
- Vomiting
- Difficulty swallowing
तुरंत क्या करें
- 1Move the pet away from the plant and remove loose plant material from the mouth only if this can be done safely
- 2Do not induce vomiting or give food, milk, medication, or another home remedy unless a veterinarian or animal poison-control professional directs you to do so
- 3Identify the plant and note the approximate amount and time of exposure
- 4Contact a veterinarian or animal poison-control service promptly for advice tailored to the animal and exposure
- 5Seek emergency veterinary care now if breathing or swallowing is difficult, symptoms are severe, or the pet collapses or has a seizure
आपातकालीन संपर्क
ASPCA पशु विष नियंत्रण: (888) 426-4435
The ASPCA number is a United States service and a consultation fee may apply. Outside the U.S., contact a local veterinarian or animal poison-control service. यदि आपके पालतू जानवर ने कोई पौधा सामग्री खा ली है, तो तुरंत अपने पशुचिकित्सक से संपर्क करें।
Lower-risk alternatives
These alternatives are listed as non-toxic by the referenced source, but no houseplant should be treated as edible or completely risk-free.
For growing advice, see the ZZ Plant care guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is ZZ Plant toxic to cats?
Yes. The referenced veterinary poison resources list ZZ Plant as toxic to cats. All parts. Contains calcium oxalate crystals. Possible signs include oral irritation, swelling of mouth and tongue, excessive drooling.
Is ZZ Plant toxic to dogs?
Yes. The referenced veterinary poison resources list ZZ Plant as toxic to dogs. All parts. Contains calcium oxalate crystals. Possible signs include oral irritation, swelling of mouth and tongue, excessive drooling.
What should I do if my pet chews ZZ Plant?
Move the pet away from the plant and remove loose plant material from the mouth only if this can be done safely Do not induce vomiting or give food, milk, medication, or another home remedy unless a veterinarian or animal poison-control professional directs you to do so Identify the plant and note the approximate amount and time of exposure Contact a veterinarian or animal poison-control service promptly for advice tailored to the animal and exposure Seek emergency veterinary care now if breathing or swallowing is difficult, symptoms are severe, or the pet collapses or has a seizure
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Content last reviewed: September 4, 2026
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