Is Ti plant toxic to cats?
Ti plant (Cordyline terminalis) is toxic to cats (S2 Irritant): the ASPCA lists vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats.
- TOXINSaponins
- WHAT TO EXPECTVomiting (occasionally with blood); depression; anorexia
- CALL THE VETContact your vet if signs persist or worsen after Ti plant exposure.
Symptoms
| SIGN |
|---|
| Vomiting (occasionally with blood) |
| depression |
| anorexia |
| hypersalivation |
| dilated pupils (cats) |
If your cat just ate it
Same floor look, minus the risk
3 floor plants graded S0 — non-toxic on record.
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FAQ
Is Ti plant toxic to cats?
Yes, for Cordyline terminalis: S2 Irritant. The ASPCA's Ti-Plant and Baby Doll Ti Plant entries list it as toxic to cats and record "Vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, dilated pupils (cats)". Move Ti plant out of your cat's reach and contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.
What signs does the ASPCA list for Ti plant in cats?
The ASPCA's Ti-Plant and Baby Doll Ti Plant entries list "Vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, dilated pupils (cats)". This page's S2 Irritant verdict covers Cordyline terminalis. Move Ti plant out of your cat's reach and contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.
Which plant does this Ti plant verdict cover?
Cordyline terminalis. The ASPCA's Ti-Plant and Baby Doll Ti Plant entries both give the scientific name "Cordyline terminalis". Their common names include Ti plant, Baby Doll Ti Plant, and Hawaiian Ti Plant. This verdict covers that species; plants with other scientific names are not covered and are not graded here. Check the full scientific name on the tag.
Which plants do the ASPCA entries call Good-Luck Plant or Good Luck Plant?
Cordyline terminalis, Oxalis spp., and Sansevieria trifasciata. The ASPCA's Baby Doll Ti Plant entry lists "Good-Luck Plant" for "Cordyline terminalis". Its Good Luck Plant entry names "Oxalis spp.", while its Snake Plant entry lists "Good Luck Plant" for "Sansevieria trifasciata". Those other plants are outside this page's verdict, and we do not grade them here.