Amur Maple Toxic?

Updated 2026-03-06| 4 min read| 4,086 found this helpful

Acer ginnala

Amur Maple is confirmed non-toxic to domestic cats and dogs, with no documented poisoning cases for these species

The toxicity of Amur Maple to horses is currently unevaluated, so equine exposure risks are unknown

No specific toxic compounds for this maple species have been identified by the ASPCA to date

FAQ

Is Amur Maple toxic to Humans?

No confirmed human toxicity cases or associated clinical symptoms are documented for this species (Unknown)

Is Amur Maple toxic to Cats?

No known toxic symptoms; this species is confirmed non-toxic to cats (Non-toxic)

Is Amur Maple toxic to Dogs?

No known toxic symptoms; this species is confirmed non-toxic to dogs (Non-toxic)

Is Amur Maple toxic to Horses?

Toxicity unconfirmed; related maple species may cause red blood cell destruction, weakness, and discolored urine in horses (Unknown)

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Toxicity Details

Humans

Unknown

No confirmed human toxicity cases or associated clinical symptoms are documented for this species

Cats

Non-toxic

No known toxic symptoms; this species is confirmed non-toxic to cats

Dogs

Non-toxic

No known toxic symptoms; this species is confirmed non-toxic to dogs

Horses

Unknown

Toxicity unconfirmed; related maple species may cause red blood cell destruction, weakness, and discolored urine in horses

Toxicity Snapshot

Toxic PartsNo plant parts have been confirmed toxic for cats or dogs; toxic parts for horses (if any) are unknown

Exposure RouteNo confirmed toxic exposure routes for this species; typical plant exposure routes include ingestion, skin contact, and inhalation of plant debris for reference

Toxic CompoundsNo toxic principles have been formally identified for Acer ginnala per ASPCA data

First Aid & Prevention

First 30 Minutes

• If your cat or dog ingests Amur Maple, monitor them briefly for unusual digestive upset as a routine precaution
• If your horse ingests any quantity of Amur Maple, immediately restrict further access to the plant
• Collect samples of the ingested plant to confirm species identification if symptoms develop

Contact Vet Immediately

• Your horse shows signs of weakness, lethargy, or discolored urine after ingesting Amur Maple
• Your cat or dog develops persistent vomiting, diarrhea, or unusual behavior after ingesting large amounts of the plant
• You cannot confirm the identity of the plant your animal has ingested

Prevention

• Prevent horses from grazing on Amur Maple until formal equine toxicity studies are available
• Identify all plants in your home and grazing areas to confirm safety for all resident pets and livestock
• Remove confirmed toxic maple species (e.g. Red Maple) from areas accessible to horses

Treatment & Prognosis

• Provide general supportive care for any presented digestive symptoms in small animals per veterinary guidance
• If equine hemolysis (red blood cell destruction) is suspected, administer veterinary-directed therapies to address anemia and kidney damage
• Monitor blood values in exposed horses for a minimum of 24 hours to catch potential delayed toxic effects

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Professional Toxicology

Scientific NameAcer ginnala

AliasesMaple、Amur

Toxicity Grade

HumansUnknown

CatsNon-toxic

DogsNon-toxic

HorsesUnknown

Target Organs

No target organs confirmed for this species; related toxic maples target red blood cells and kidneys in horses

Mechanism of Action

• Toxic mechanism for this species is unconfirmed; related toxic maple species cause oxidative damage to equine red blood cells leading to hemolysis

Other Species Risk (CliniTox)

Information from CliniTox veterinary text.

Cattle: No toxicity data available, risks are currently unconfirmed

Sheep and goats: No toxicity data available, risks are currently unconfirmed

Small companion mammals (rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters): No confirmed toxicity reported, no known adverse effects from ingestion

Confusion Risk

The following plants look similar and may be confused:

Red Maple Acer rubrum

Visually similar to Amur Maple with comparable lobed leaf shape. Key difference: Red Maple is confirmed highly toxic to horses, and its leaves turn bright crimson in autumn, while Amur Maple has smaller, distinctly 3-lobed leaves

Silver Maple Acer saccharinum

Similar leaf structure to Amur Maple. Key difference: Silver Maple leaves have a pale silvery underside, and the species is confirmed toxic to horses, unlike Amur Maple

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Related Toxic Plants

Red Maple

Acer rubrum

High toxicity, particularly fatal to horses if wilted leaves are ingested

Ohio Buckeye

Aesculus glabra

Moderate toxicity to all mammals, causing muscle weakness and paralysis if ingested

Goldenrain Tree

Koelreuteria paniculata

Low toxicity, causing digestive upset if large quantities are ingested by humans or animals

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Data Sources

1. ASPCA Animal Poison Control

This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. If ingestion or poisoning is suspected, seek medical or veterinary attention immediately.

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