Is Begonia toxic to cats?

Yes. Begonia is toxic to cats (mildly toxic). Signs can include salivation, vomiting.

Is Begonia toxic to dogs?

Yes. Begonia is toxic to dogs (mildly toxic).

What are the symptoms of Begonia poisoning in pets?

Reported signs include salivation, vomiting. Contact your vet if ingestion is suspected.

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Is Begonia (Begonia) Toxic to Cats & Dogs?

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Begonia is toxic to cats and dogs.

Severity : Mildly toxic

Who	Safety
🐱 Cats	Toxic · Mildly toxic
🐶 Dogs	Toxic · Mildly toxic
🧑 Humans	✅ Safe

Symptoms in pets

If a cat or dog chews or ingests Begonia, reported signs include:

salivation
vomiting

Most affected parts: roots/tubers esp..

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Which Begonia plants does this cover?

This applies across the Begonia genus (183 species in our database), including: Begonia acerifolia, Begonia acetosa, Begonia alaecida, Begonia alba, Begonia albida-setulosa, Begonia albidula, Begonia albobracteata, Begonia albococcinea, Begonia albomaculata, Begonia albopicta, Begonia alcarrasica, Begonia alchemilloides….

⚕️ Important: General reference information, not veterinary advice. If your pet has eaten Begonia, contact your vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) right away.

Pet toxicity is referenced from the ASPCA toxic-plant list (reformulated) and Leafy's botanical database.

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