Is inch plant toxic to cats and dogs?
Quick answer
Toxic to cats and dogs. Inch plant contains unknown irritant.
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Inch plant Tradescantia zebrina
What to do if your pet ate it
If you think your cat or dog ate any part of an inch plant, act quickly. Do not wait for symptoms to appear.
- Remove the plant from the pet’s reach.
- Call your vet or an emergency animal clinic immediately.
- When you call, have the plant’s name or a photo ready. Tell the vet roughly how much your pet ate and when.
Do not induce vomiting unless a vet specifically instructs you to. It can make some poisonings worse.
Symptoms
In cats and dogs, eating it can cause:
- Mouth irritation after chewing
- Stomach irritation after chewing
- Skin redness and irritation after sap or leaf contact
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The ASPCA has no record for Tradescantia zebrina. NC State Extension documents oral and stomach irritation after chewing and skin irritation after contact with sap or leaves. NC State Extension Plant Toolbox
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