Is Iron Cross Begonia Poisonous

September 11, 2024 1 min read

Iron Cross Begonia is moderately toxic to cats; ingestion can lead to oral sores, excessive drooling, and vomiting.

All parts of iron Cross Begonia contain soluble oxalates which cause pain, often accompanied by swelling around the mouth and throat.

The highest soluble oxalate concentrations in iron Cross Begonia are found in the plant's roots, least often eaten by dogs.

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Is Iron Cross Begonia toxic to cat?

The iron Cross Begonia is moderately toxic to cats. Ingestion of any part of the plant can lead to oral sores, excessive drooling, and vomiting as irritating oxalate crystals from its sap irritate skin and mucus membranes. If a large amount of the plant was swallowed, symptoms could spread through the body and become more severe, so a call to the vet would be wise.

Is Iron Cross Begonia toxic to dog?

Iron Cross Begonia is considered mildly toxic to dogs. Severe reactions are possible, but rare. All parts of the plant contain soluble oxalates which quickly cause pain, often accompanied by swelling or redness, in and around the mouth and throat. These symptoms usually lead to a loss of appetite and difficulty swallowing. Vomiting and diarrhea may occur as well. Luckily, the highest soluble oxalate concentrations in iron Cross Begonias are found in the plant's roots, which are the part least often eaten by dogs.

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