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Prairie Lily

Zephyranthes drummondii

Prairie Lily is a charming bulbous perennial known for its delicate, trumpet-shaped flowers that often bloom following rainfall. It is considered non-toxic to household pets, though its fibrous nature may cause minor digestive discomfort if consumed in large quantities.

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Light
Full sun to partial shade
Habit
Bulbous perennial
Care
Low

Safety status

Dogs

Generally safe

Consulted references do not classify the plant as toxic for that pet type, while still allowing for mild GI upset if large amounts are chewed.

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

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.

Dogsconcern notes

Common signs

No specific toxicity symptoms are expected, though chewing or swallowing plant material may still cause mild stomach upset.

Escalation note

This plant is listed by ASPCA as non-toxic for this pet. Monitor for digestive upset after large ingestion and contact a veterinarian if symptoms persist.

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Source evidence

ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants List

toxicology · 99% reliability

Open source

The ASPCA lists Zephyranthes drummondii as non-toxic to both cats and dogs.

Plants of the World Online - Zephyranthes drummondii

botanical · 95% reliability

Open source

Provides the accepted botanical nomenclature and distribution data for Zephyranthes drummondii.

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