Is Buddhist Pine toxic to cats?
Buddhist Pine (Podocarpus macrophylla) is toxic to cats (S1 Caution): Pet Poison Helpline says the fruits and leaves contain an unknown toxin that causes severe vomiting and diarrhea. The ASPCA says not to confuse this plant with yews of the genus Taxus.
- TOXINnot specified by the source
- WHAT TO EXPECTSevere vomiting and diarrhea; Vomiting and diarrhea, with colic listed for horses
- CALL THE VETContact your vet if severe vomiting or diarrhea persists or worsens after Buddhist pine ingestion.
Symptoms
| SIGN |
|---|
| Severe vomiting and diarrhea |
| Vomiting and diarrhea, with colic listed for horses |
If your cat just ate it
Care at a glance
FAQ
Is Buddhist pine toxic to cats?
Yes, for Podocarpus macrophylla: S1 Caution. Pet Poison Helpline says the fruits and leaves contain an unknown toxin that causes severe vomiting and diarrhea. The ASPCA Buddhist Pine entry lists vomiting and diarrhea, with colic in the horse parenthesis. Move the plant out of reach and contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.
Is Buddhist pine the same plant as yew?
No. This page is Podocarpus macrophylla. The ASPCA toxic-principles line says "Unknown. Do not confuse with yews of the genus Taxus." Pet Poison Helpline says Buddhist pine should not be confused with Taxus, for example Japanese Yew, which is much more deadly and warrants emergency treatment. That plant is yew. Japanese Yew is also printed as an additional name on this Podocarpus entry. Check the scientific name on the tag.
Which names are on the Buddhist pine entries?
The Buddhist Pine entry lists Yew Pine, Japanese Yew, Southern Yew, and Podocarpus, scientific name Podocarpus macrophylla, family Podocarpaceae. The Yew Pine entry uses the same scientific name, lists buddhist pine, and prints the family Podocarpacaea. Pet Poison Helpline does not print a scientific name on the Buddhist Pine page. The grade follows those two ASPCA entries and that Pet Poison Helpline page.
Is Buddhist pine toxic to dogs?
Yes, for Podocarpus macrophylla: S1 Caution. Pet Poison Helpline says the fruits and leaves contain an unknown toxin that causes severe vomiting and diarrhea. The ASPCA Yew Pine entry lists "Sever vomiting and diarrhea". Move the plant out of reach and contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.