Safety verdict
Consulted references classify the plant as toxic or irritating for that pet type.
Pet ingestion lookup
My cat ate Nightshade - what should I do?
Solanum 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
Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, dilated pupils, and in severe cases, tremors or cardiac arrhythmias.
Escalation note
Ingestion can lead to serious systemic illness. If you suspect your cat has consumed any part of this plant, contact your veterinarian or an animal poison control center immediately.
What to watch for
Most common: drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and drowsiness. Less common but serious: dilated pupils, slow heart rate, confusion, weakness, or unusual behavior.
Time window
Exact onset is not well documented in the cited sources; gastrointestinal signs typically appear within hours of ingestion.
When to call the vet
Call your vet or Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661) the same day for persistent vomiting or diarrhea, and immediately if you see dilated pupils, tremors, slowed heart rate, or any change in behavior.
What this means for your cat
Cats rarely eat Nightshade in quantity, and the cited sources note that toxicity is uncommon unless a substantial amount of leaves, stems, or unripe berries is ingested. When poisoning does occur, expect both gastrointestinal and neurologic signs.
Sources: ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline (no first-aid guidance).
Poison-control resources
This page summarizes source-bound plant-safety information and is not veterinary advice.