What should I do if my cat ate Lantana?

Call ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 or your veterinarian as soon as possible. Do not induce vomiting unless a veterinarian instructs you to. Call your veterinarian or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) for any vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, weakness, or labored breathing after exposure. If your cat has been browsing lantana repeatedly over time, mention that — repeated exposure is the scenario where liver injury becomes a concern.

What should I do if my dog ate Lantana?

Call ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 or your veterinarian as soon as possible. Do not induce vomiting unless a veterinarian instructs you to. Call your veterinarian or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) for any vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, or appetite loss after exposure. If your dog has been getting into lantana repeatedly, treat that as urgent and call right away — repeated exposure is when liver injury becomes a real risk.

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Pet safety reference

Lantana

Q: Is Lantana safe for cats?

Lantana is potentially toxic to cats. Ingestion can lead to serious systemic illness. Please contact your veterinarian or an animal poison control center immediately if you suspect your cat has consumed any part of this plant.

Q: Is Lantana safe for dogs?

Lantana is potentially toxic to dogs. Lantana is considered highly toxic to dogs. If ingestion is suspected, seek immediate veterinary attention to manage potential gastrointestinal and hepatic complications.

Lantana camara

Lantana is a flowering shrub known for its clusters of vibrant, multi-colored blooms. It contains triterpenoids that can cause significant health issues if ingested by pets.

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Light: Full sun
Habit: Shrubby, spreading
Care: Low to 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

Vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, weakness, and potential liver damage.

Escalation note

Ingestion can lead to serious systemic illness. Please contact your veterinarian or an animal poison control center immediately if you suspect your cat has consumed any part of this plant.

Dogs — concern notes

Common signs

Vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, lethargy, and potential liver failure in severe cases.

Escalation note

Lantana is considered highly toxic to dogs. If ingestion is suspected, seek immediate veterinary attention to manage potential gastrointestinal and hepatic complications.

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Source evidence

ASPCA Toxic Plant List

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Open source

Lantana is toxic to cats and dogs, containing triterpenoids that cause gastrointestinal distress and potential liver damage.

NC State Extension Plant Toolbox

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Lantana camara is a perennial shrub that is toxic to humans and animals if ingested.

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