Plant toxicology for cats
Is Peace Lily toxic to cats?
Spathiphyllum spp. · Araceae
Verdict: Is Peace Lily toxic to cats?
Yes — Peace Lily is toxic to cats. Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum spp.) can make a cat ill. Risk depends on the amount, plant part, body size and the individual animal.
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Call your veterinarian or a pet poison service
Remove plant material from the mouth, offer a small amount of water, and contact a veterinary professional. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed.
- 1Remove plant material from your pet’s mouth and offer a small amount of water.
- 2Call your veterinarian or a pet poison service for advice.
- 3Do not induce vomiting unless a veterinary professional instructs you to.
Possible signs after Peace Lily exposure include:
- Mouth pain
- Drooling
- Vomiting
- Difficulty swallowing
Typical onset: Immediate on chewing
Insoluble calcium oxalate raphides
Peace lilies are not true lilies. They cause mouth and digestive irritation, not the acute kidney failure linked to Lilium and Hemerocallis exposure in cats.
Veterinary sources
Reviewed by Dr. Patti McCartney, Animal Naturopathic Doctor. This educational guide supports, but does not replace, diagnosis or treatment from a licensed veterinarian. Risk varies by dose, plant part, body size and health history.