PlantFunKangaroo vine Toxic?
All plant parts are toxic, with the highest oxalate concentration found in unripe fruits
Low toxicity for humans, cats, dogs and horses, causing only mucosal irritation symptoms on ingestion
Severe, potentially fatal toxicity for birds even with small amounts of ingestion
FAQ
Is Kangaroo vine toxic to Humans?
Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing (pharyngeal edema), difficulty swallowing (laryngeal edema) (Low)
Is Kangaroo vine toxic to Cats?
No species-specific data available; expected to cause similar mucosal irritation symptoms as humans: salivation, vomiting, throat swelling, diarrhea (Low)
Is Kangaroo vine toxic to Dogs?
No species-specific data available; expected to cause similar mucosal irritation symptoms as humans: salivation, vomiting, throat swelling, diarrhea (Low)
Is Kangaroo vine toxic to Horses?
No species-specific data available; expected to cause similar mucosal irritation symptoms as humans: salivation, vomiting, throat swelling, diarrhea (Low)
Toxicity Details
Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing (pharyngeal edema), difficulty swallowing (laryngeal edema)
No species-specific data available; expected to cause similar mucosal irritation symptoms as humans: salivation, vomiting, throat swelling, diarrhea
No species-specific data available; expected to cause similar mucosal irritation symptoms as humans: salivation, vomiting, throat swelling, diarrhea
No species-specific data available; expected to cause similar mucosal irritation symptoms as humans: salivation, vomiting, throat swelling, diarrhea
Toxicity Snapshot
First Aid & Prevention
First 30 Minutes
- • Remove all remaining plant material from the mouth of the exposed individual/pet immediately
- • Rinse the mouth and throat thoroughly with cool, clean water to reduce mucosal irritation
- • Do not induce vomiting unless explicitly instructed by a medical professional or veterinarian
Contact Vet Immediately
- • Exposure occurs in birds, as this species faces severe, potentially fatal toxicity
- • Severe symptoms develop including difficulty breathing, inability to swallow, or persistent vomiting/diarrhea
- • Exposure occurs in very young, elderly, or immunocompromised individuals/pets
Prevention
- • Keep the plant out of reach of pet birds, young children, and curious household pets
- • Wear gloves when pruning or handling the plant to avoid contact with oxalate-containing sap
- • Clearly label the plant if kept in homes or aviary spaces to prevent accidental ingestion
Treatment & Prognosis
- • Perform appropriate decontamination including oral rinsing and activated charcoal administration if ingestion was recent
- • Administer mucosal protective agents to soothe irritated throat and gastrointestinal tract tissues
- • Provide analgesics for pain relief and antihistamines for severe swelling per professional medical guidance
Professional Toxicology
• Calcium oxalate and oxalic acid crystals irritate mucosal membranes of the mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract, leading to swelling, pain and associated symptoms
Information from CliniTox veterinary text.
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Data Sources
This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. If ingestion or poisoning is suspected, seek medical or veterinary attention immediately.