PlantFunTiger lily Toxic?
All parts of the tiger lily plant are toxic, with cats being the only confirmed highly susceptible species
Ingestion by cats leads to progressive kidney failure that is fatal if not treated within 24 hours of exposure
No confirmed toxicity cases have been reported for humans, dogs, or horses from available data
FAQ
Is Tiger lily toxic to Humans?
No confirmed toxicity data available for human exposure (Non-toxic)
Is Tiger lily toxic to Cats?
Phase 1 (1-3 hours post-ingestion): Vomiting, hypersalivation, anorexia, lethargy, and loss of appetite. Gastrointestinal symptoms temporarily resolve after 2-6 hours, falsely indicating recovery. Phase 2 (12-30 hours post-ingestion): Increased urination leading to dehydration; untreated cases progress to no urine output 24-48 hours post-ingestion, recurrent vomiting, and severe kidney damage. (Severe)
Is Tiger lily toxic to Dogs?
No confirmed toxicity data available for canine exposure (Non-toxic)
Is Tiger lily toxic to Horses?
No confirmed toxicity data available for equine exposure (Non-toxic)
Toxicity Details
No confirmed toxicity data available for human exposure
Phase 1 (1-3 hours post-ingestion): Vomiting, hypersalivation, anorexia, lethargy, and loss of appetite. Gastrointestinal symptoms temporarily resolve after 2-6 hours, falsely indicating recovery. Phase 2 (12-30 hours post-ingestion): Increased urination leading to dehydration; untreated cases progress to no urine output 24-48 hours post-ingestion, recurrent vomiting, and severe kidney damage.
No confirmed toxicity data available for canine exposure
No confirmed toxicity data available for equine exposure
Toxicity Snapshot
First Aid & Prevention
First 30 Minutes
- • If cat ingestion is confirmed or suspected, contact a veterinarian immediately
- • Remove all remaining plant material from the cat's mouth and immediate environment
- • Do not administer home remedies without explicit veterinary direction
Contact Vet Immediately
- • Any confirmed or suspected ingestion of tiger lily plant material by a cat
- • Appearance of vomiting, lethargy, or increased thirst/urination after exposure to lilies
- • Signs of dehydration or reduced urine output following lily exposure
Prevention
- • Keep all tiger lily plants, cut flowers, and plant debris out of reach of cats
- • Avoid planting tiger lilies in yards or gardens accessible to pet cats
- • Inspect all cut flower bouquets for hidden lily parts before bringing them into homes with cats
Treatment & Prognosis
- • Early intravenous sodium chloride fluid therapy (2-3 times maintenance requirement) administered within 24 hours of ingestion for 1 to 3 days
- • Peritoneal lavage, peritoneal dialysis, or hemodialysis is required if kidney function loss (anuria) has developed
- • Decontamination and symptomatic supportive care may be provided as directed by a veterinarian
Professional Toxicology
• Toxic compounds are metabolized and accumulate in feline kidney tissue, causing progressive damage
• The full mechanism of action is not fully characterized, as one key toxin remains unidentified
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.