Is pothos toxic to cats?
Also called: golden pothos, devil's ivy, devils ivy, Epipremnum aureum, taro vine, ivy arum
Toxic
Irritates the mouth and stomach. Signs are usually limited to mouth pain and stomach upset.
Yes, it's toxic to cats, though usually mild. Chewing it causes mouth irritation, drooling and vomiting.
Signs to watch for
- Mouth irritation and burning, heavy drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing.
Why it's dangerous
- It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which irritate the mouth and gut.
Where this comes from
Pet Poison Helpline
Fortunately, signs are limited to mouth pain and stomach upset.
Read "Top 11 Poisonous Plants"
Checked 9 October 2026
ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Clinical Signs: Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing.
Read "Toxic and Non-toxic Plants: Golden Pothos"
Checked 9 October 2026
Where this comes from
ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Clinical Signs: Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing.
Read "Toxic and Non-toxic Plants: Golden Pothos"
Checked 9 October 2026
Pet Poison Helpline
Fortunately, signs are limited to mouth pain and stomach upset.
Read "Top 11 Poisonous Plants"
Checked 9 October 2026
Where this comes from
ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Clinical Signs: Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing.
Read "Toxic and Non-toxic Plants: Golden Pothos"
Checked 9 October 2026
Where this comes from
Pet Poison Helpline
These plants contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that can be very irritating to the mouth and gastrointestinal tract.
Read "Top 11 Poisonous Plants"
Checked 9 October 2026
VCA Animal Hospitals
Other common insoluble calcium oxalate-containing houseplants include philodendrons, Pothos, and Dumb.
Read "Plants That are Toxic to Cats"
Checked 9 October 2026