Cats
UncertainIdentity or evidence quality is not strong enough for a firm answer.
Verified against ASPCA/provenance audit 2026-05-06 on May 6, 2026.
Sources
cat safety reference
Is Dichelostemma safe for cats?
Dichelostemma species
Dichelostemma is a genus of flowering corms in the asparagus family known for their unique, tubular, cluster-forming blooms. They are considered non-toxic to pets, though their fibrous nature may cause minor digestive discomfort if consumed in large quantities.
Dichelostemma speciesFirecracker FlowerSnake Lily
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Habit
- Cormous perennial
- Care
- Low
Safety status
What this means for your cat
Cats are not at toxicity risk from Dichelostemma. ASPCA lists this plant as non-toxic to cats — and to dogs and horses — with no toxic principle on file.
Sources: ASPCA.
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
Under review — original classification flagged as a likely labeler error pending curator verification.
Escalation note
Under review — original classification flagged as a likely labeler error pending curator verification.
Safer alternatives
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Source evidence
ASPCA Toxic Plant List
toxicology · 99% reliability
Dichelostemma is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Plants of the World Online (Kew)
botanical · 95% reliability
Taxonomic record for the genus Dichelostemma.
Questions about Dichelostemma
Is Dichelostemma safe for cats?
Dichelostemma's safety for cats is currently uncertain. The plant's toxicity classification is under review following a provenance audit (May 2026) that flagged the original label as a possible error, so a definitive verdict is not yet available. Until the classification is confirmed, treat any ingestion as a potential concern.
What symptoms should I watch for if my cat ate Dichelostemma?
Specific symptoms are not documented for this plant at this time — the existing classification data is flagged as under review and pending curator verification. As a general precaution, watch for vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, or lethargy, which can follow ingestion of any fibrous plant material in quantity.
What should I do if my cat ate part of a Dichelostemma plant?
Because Dichelostemma's toxicity status is currently unverified, contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 or your veterinarian for guidance. Note the amount eaten and which part of the plant (corm, stem, or flower) so the vet can assess risk accurately.
Which part of Dichelostemma would be most concerning if a cat ate it?
No part-specific toxicity data exists for Dichelostemma in cats, and the overall classification is currently uncertain pending review. The corms are the densest, most fibrous part of the plant and could cause mechanical GI irritation in larger amounts even if a toxic principle is ultimately ruled out — so ingestion of the corm is worth reporting to your vet.
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