Saint Bernard's Lily Toxic?

Updated 2026-03-06| 3 min read| 1,260 found this helpful

Chlorophytum bichetti

Saint Bernard's Lily is classified as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses per verified toxicology databases

No life-threatening adverse reactions have been linked to ingestion of this plant by the listed companion animal species

It belongs to the Liliaceae family, which includes many highly toxic plants, so accurate identification is still strongly recommended

FAQ

Is Saint Bernard's Lily toxic to Humans?

No confirmed toxicity reports; mild, temporary gastrointestinal upset may occur in rare cases of very large ingestion (Non-toxic)

Is Saint Bernard's Lily toxic to Cats?

No known toxic symptoms; minor, short-term digestive irritation is possible only if extremely large quantities are consumed (Non-toxic)

Is Saint Bernard's Lily toxic to Dogs?

No known toxic symptoms; minor, short-term digestive irritation is possible only if extremely large quantities are consumed (Non-toxic)

Is Saint Bernard's Lily toxic to Horses?

No known toxic symptoms; minor, short-term digestive irritation is possible only if extremely large quantities are consumed (Non-toxic)

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Toxicity Details

Humans

Non-toxic

No confirmed toxicity reports; mild, temporary gastrointestinal upset may occur in rare cases of very large ingestion

Cats

Non-toxic

No known toxic symptoms; minor, short-term digestive irritation is possible only if extremely large quantities are consumed

Dogs

Non-toxic

No known toxic symptoms; minor, short-term digestive irritation is possible only if extremely large quantities are consumed

Horses

Non-toxic

No known toxic symptoms; minor, short-term digestive irritation is possible only if extremely large quantities are consumed

Toxicity Snapshot

Toxic PartsNo parts of this plant are confirmed to be toxic to cats, dogs, or horses

Exposure RouteTypical exposure routes are accidental ingestion, casual skin contact, or pollen inhalation, none of which carry known severe risk for this species

Toxic CompoundsNo known toxic secondary metabolites are associated with this Chlorophytum species

First Aid & Prevention

First 30 Minutes

• Rinse the mouth of the exposed person or animal to remove any remaining plant material
• Offer small amounts of fresh water to dilute any ingested plant matter
• Monitor for 1 to 2 hours for unusual discomfort, though severe reactions are not expected

Contact Vet Immediately

• If your pet exhibits persistent vomiting, diarrhea, or lethargy after ingesting a large amount of the plant
• If you cannot confirm 100% that the ingested plant is correctly identified as Chlorophytum bichetti

Prevention

• Clearly label all house and garden plants to avoid accidental misidentification with toxic Liliaceae species
• Keep highly toxic true lily species (e.g., Easter lily) away from pets even if this non-toxic species is present in your space
• Teach children and pets to avoid consuming unknown wild or garden plants to prevent accidental poisoning from misidentified species

Treatment & Prognosis

• Only supportive care is required for rare cases of mild digestive irritation
• No specific antidote is needed as no severe toxicity is documented for this plant
• Address any symptomatic reactions (e.g., diarrhea) in pets only under formal veterinary guidance

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Professional Toxicology

Scientific NameChlorophytum bichetti

AliasesSaint Bernard's Lily

Toxicity Grade

HumansNon-toxic

CatsNon-toxic

DogsNon-toxic

HorsesNon-toxic

Target Organs

No specific organs are documented to be at risk of damage from ingestion of this plant

Mechanism of Action

• No toxic mechanism identified, as the plant does not produce harmful metabolites that affect humans or common companion animals

Other Species Risk (CliniTox)

Information from CliniTox veterinary text.

Rabbit: No confirmed toxicity; mild digestive upset may occur with large, unaccustomed ingestion amounts

Guinea Pig: Considered safe to feed in small quantities as part of a balanced, varied forage diet

Pet Bird: No documented toxic effects, though unsupervised ingestion of large amounts is not recommended

Confusion Risk

The following plants look similar and may be confused:

Lily of the Valley Convallaria majalis

Both produce clusters of small white bell-shaped flowers; Lily of the Valley is highly toxic to humans and animals, while Chlorophytum bichetti is non-toxic. Key difference: Lily of the Valley has alternating leaves on a single central stem, while Chlorophytum bichetti has long leaves growing from a basal rosette.

Common Spider Plant Chlorophytum comosum

Both belong to the same Chlorophytum genus with nearly identical long, narrow green leaves, and are often mislabeled in garden centers; both are non-toxic. Key difference: Common spider plants produce long trailing stems with baby plantlets, while Chlorophytum bichetti does not form these propagules.

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Related Toxic Plants

Easter Lily

Lilium longiflorum

Severe toxicity, can cause fatal acute kidney failure in cats even in very small ingestion amounts

Daffodil

Narcissus spp.

High toxicity, bulb ingestion causes severe vomiting, diarrhea, and potential cardiac arrhythmia in all companion animals

Tulip

Tulipa spp.

Moderate toxicity, bulb ingestion causes severe gastrointestinal irritation, drooling, and potential central nervous system depression in pets

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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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