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Is Satin Pothos toxic to dogs?

Satin Pothos (Scindapsus pictus) is toxic to dogs (S2 Irritant): the ASPCA lists insoluble calcium oxalates and oral irritation, swelling, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing.

  • TOXINinsoluble calcium oxalates
  • WHAT TO EXPECToral irritation; pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips; excessive drooling
  • CALL THE VETContact your vet if oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, or difficulty swallowing persists or worsens after Satin Pothos exposure.
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Symptoms

SIGN
oral irritation
pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips
excessive drooling
vomiting
difficulty swallowing

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S2 PROTOCOL
1
Move Satin Pothos (Scindapsus pictus) out of your dog's reach. Watch for oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, or difficulty swallowing. Contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.
2
When to call the vet: Contact your vet if oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, or difficulty swallowing persists or worsens after Satin Pothos exposure.
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Lightbright indirect
Waterevery 5–9 days
Humiditymedium
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FAQ

Is Satin Pothos toxic to dogs?

Yes. Satin Pothos (Scindapsus pictus) is S2 Irritant for dogs. The ASPCA lists "Insoluble calcium oxalates" and states "Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing". Move the plant out of your dog's reach and contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.

Which plant does this Satin Pothos verdict cover?

Scindapsus pictus. The ASPCA's Satin Pothos entry gives the scientific name "Scindapsus pictus". This verdict covers that species. Plants with other scientific names are not covered or graded here. Check the scientific name on the tag.

What other name does the ASPCA give for Satin Pothos?

Its Satin Pothos entry lists "Silk Pothos" as an additional common name and gives "Scindapsus pictus" as the scientific name. This verdict follows that species name.

Is Satin Pothos toxic to cats?

Yes. Satin Pothos (Scindapsus pictus) is S2 Irritant for cats. The ASPCA lists "Insoluble calcium oxalates" and states "Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing". Move the plant out of your cat's reach and contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.

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Verdapaw Plant × Pet Safety Index, verdapaw.com/plants/satin-pothos, reviewed 2026-10-26