What should I do if my cat ate Geranium Aralia?

Call if vomiting is repeated, if your cat refuses food or water for more than 12 hours, if drooling is profuse, or if you see swelling around the mouth or face. ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) is a good first call when you're not sure how much the cat ingested.

What should I do if my dog ate Geranium Aralia?

Call your vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) if vomiting is repeated, if appetite has not returned within 24 hours, if your dog seems lethargic beyond a brief stomach upset, or if a small-breed dog or puppy has eaten more than a leaf or two.

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Pet safety reference

Geranium Aralia

Q: Is Geranium Aralia safe for cats?

Geranium Aralia is potentially toxic to cats. Ingestion typically results in mild to moderate gastrointestinal upset. Please contact your veterinarian if your cat has consumed any part of this plant.

Q: Is Geranium Aralia safe for dogs?

Geranium Aralia is potentially toxic to dogs. Symptoms are generally localized to the mouth and digestive tract. Consult your veterinarian for guidance if ingestion is suspected.

Polyscias guilfoylei

Polyscias guilfoylei is a tropical evergreen shrub often grown as an ornamental houseplant for its attractive, lacy foliage. It contains compounds that can cause irritation if ingested by household pets.

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Coffee TreeGeranium AraliaGuilfoyle's AraliaPolyscias guilfoylei

Light: Bright indirect light
Habit: Upright shrub
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

Oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing.

Escalation note

Ingestion typically results in mild to moderate gastrointestinal upset. Please contact your veterinarian if your cat has consumed any part of this plant.

Dogs — concern notes

Common signs

Oral irritation, intense drooling, vomiting, and potential gastrointestinal distress.

Escalation note

Symptoms are generally localized to the mouth and digestive tract. Consult your veterinarian for guidance if ingestion is suspected.

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Source evidence

ASPCA Toxic Plant List

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Coffee tree is listed as toxic to both cats and dogs due to potential irritation.

Kew Plants of the World Online

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Open source

Accepted botanical nomenclature for Polyscias guilfoylei.

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