Are begonias toxic to cats?
Also called: begonias, Over 1, Begonia
Caution
ASPCA lists it as toxic to cats: chewing it can cause drooling and vomiting; the underground parts are the most toxic.
Keep it away from your cat. ASPCA lists begonia as toxic to cats. Chewing it can cause drooling and vomiting; the underground parts are the most toxic.
When it's a problem
- Chewing it can cause drooling and vomiting; the underground parts are the most toxic.
Where this comes from
ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Toxicity: Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses
Clinical Signs: Kidney failure (in grazing animals), vomiting, salivation in dogs/cats. Most toxic part is underground.
Read "Toxic and Non-toxic Plants: Begonia"
Checked 9 October 2026
Where this comes from
ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Toxicity: Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses
Clinical Signs: Kidney failure (in grazing animals), vomiting, salivation in dogs/cats. Most toxic part is underground.
Read "Toxic and Non-toxic Plants: Begonia"
Checked 9 October 2026
Where this comes from
ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Clinical Signs: Kidney failure (in grazing animals), vomiting, salivation in dogs/cats. Most toxic part is underground.
Read "Toxic and Non-toxic Plants: Begonia"
Checked 9 October 2026