What should I do if my cat ate Calamondin Orange?

Remove any remaining plant material from the mouth and offer water or a small bland meal to dilute the oils orally. If oils touched the skin or coat, bathe with mild liquid dish detergent. Do not induce vomiting and do not give activated charcoal — both can worsen essential-oil exposure. Call your vet, or ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435, if vomiting or diarrhea continues past a few hours, your cat is unusually lethargic or won't eat, or you see any skin redness. Concentrated citrus essential-oil exposure (oils, diffusers, peel concentrates) warrants an immediate call — cats handle these much worse than the fruit itself.

What should I do if my dog ate Calamondin Orange?

Take any remaining plant material away and offer a small bland meal or water to dilute the oils orally. If oils touched the skin or fur, bathe with mild liquid dish detergent. Do not induce vomiting and do not give activated charcoal — both can worsen essential-oil ingestion. Call your vet, or ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435, if vomiting or diarrhea persists past a few hours, your dog seems unusually depressed or won't drink, or you see skin reddening that doesn't fade. Exposure to concentrated citrus essential oils — not just the plant — warrants immediate veterinary contact.

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Pet safety reference

Calamondin Orange

Q: Is Calamondin Orange safe for cats?

Calamondin Orange is potentially toxic to cats. Symptoms are generally mild but can cause significant gastrointestinal distress. Please contact your veterinarian if your cat has ingested any part of the plant.

Q: Is Calamondin Orange safe for dogs?

Calamondin Orange is potentially toxic to dogs. Ingestion of plant parts or essential oils may lead to digestive upset. Consult a veterinarian if you suspect your dog has consumed the plant.

Citrus mitis

The Calamondin Orange is a small citrus tree often grown as an ornamental houseplant for its fragrant flowers and small, edible-looking fruit. It contains essential oils and psoralens that can cause irritation if ingested or touched by pets.

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Light: Bright direct light
Habit: Upright tree
Care: Moderate

Safety status

Cats & Dogs

Potentially toxic

Consulted references classify the plant as toxic or irritating for that pet type.

Verified against ASPCA/provenance audit 2026-05-06 on May 6, 2026.

Sources

ASPCA Toxic Plant List

If a pet has chewed or swallowed plant material and is showing symptoms, contact a veterinarian or poison resource immediately. This product is for structured reference, not diagnosis.

Cats — concern notes

Common signs

Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, and potential skin irritation upon contact.

Escalation note

Symptoms are generally mild but can cause significant gastrointestinal distress. Please contact your veterinarian if your cat has ingested any part of the plant.

Dogs — concern notes

Common signs

Vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and potential photosensitivity or skin irritation.

Escalation note

Ingestion of plant parts or essential oils may lead to digestive upset. Consult a veterinarian if you suspect your dog has consumed the plant.

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Source evidence

ASPCA Toxic Plant List

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Open source

Calamondin orange is toxic to both cats and dogs due to essential oils and psoralens.

NC State Extension Plant Toolbox

botanical · 94% reliability

Open source

Citrus mitis is a small evergreen tree in the Rutaceae family, often used as a container plant.

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Commonly confused with

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Bitter Orange

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Citrus aurantium is a citrus tree known for its fragrant flowers and bitter fruit, often used in essential oil production. It contains compounds that can cause adverse reactions if ingested by pets.

Potentially toxic for cats & dogs.

Same Citrus genus.

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Potentially toxic for cats & dogs.

Same Citrus genus.

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Potentially toxic for cats & dogs.

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