Safety verdict
Consulted references classify the plant as toxic or irritating for that pet type.
Pet ingestion lookup
My dog ate Clivia Lily - what should I do?
Clivia spp.
Potentially toxic
Contact your veterinarian or an animal poison-control resource now, especially if any amount was chewed or swallowed.
Verified against ASPCA/provenance audit 2026-05-06 on May 6, 2026.
Signs to watch for
Vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and potential tremors in severe cases.
Escalation note
While generally considered mild to moderate in toxicity, ingestion can lead to discomfort and dehydration. Always consult a veterinarian if your dog shows signs of illness after exposure.
What to watch for
Drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea early on. Larger ingestions — especially the bulb — can progress to weakness, tremors, low blood pressure, irregular heart rate, and in severe cases seizures.
Time window
Exact onset isn't published. Pet Poison Helpline classifies clivia among rapid-onset alkaloid plants — GI signs typically begin within minutes to a few hours; cardiac and neurologic signs depend on dose.
When to call the vet
Call ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) or your vet immediately if your dog ate any bulb, or you see persistent vomiting, weakness, tremors, or trouble standing. A leaf nibble with no symptoms is still worth a call to set a monitoring plan.
What this means for your dog
Dogs are the pet most likely to actually dig up and chew a clivia bulb, which is where the highest concentration of lycorine and toxic alkaloids sits. ASPCA lists clivia as toxic to dogs; foliage usually triggers drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea, but a chewed bulb can push into tremors, low blood pressure, or cardiac rhythm changes per Pet Poison Helpline.
Sources: ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline.
Source references
Poison-control resources
This page summarizes source-bound plant-safety information and is not veterinary advice.