PlantFunTrumpet Lily Toxic?
All parts of the plant are toxic to cats and dogs, with unknown toxicity status for horses
Primary toxic components are insoluble calcium oxalate raphides and soluble oxalate salts
Large ingestion can cause severe organ damage, cardiac arrhythmia and neurological symptoms
FAQ
Is Trumpet Lily toxic to Humans?
Oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, gum/gastrointestinal/uterine bleeding, breathing and swallowing difficulty; high doses cause seizures, unsteady gait, low blood pressure, heart arrhythmia, liver and kidney damage (Moderate)
Is Trumpet Lily toxic to Cats?
Intense oral burning/irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing; large ingestion may cause diarrhea, organ damage and systemic distress (Moderate)
Is Trumpet Lily toxic to Dogs?
Intense oral burning/irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing; large ingestion may cause diarrhea, organ damage and systemic distress (Moderate)
Is Trumpet Lily toxic to Horses?
Toxicity status is unconfirmed, no verified symptom data available (Unknown)
Toxicity Details
Oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, gum/gastrointestinal/uterine bleeding, breathing and swallowing difficulty; high doses cause seizures, unsteady gait, low blood pressure, heart arrhythmia, liver and kidney damage
Intense oral burning/irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing; large ingestion may cause diarrhea, organ damage and systemic distress
Intense oral burning/irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing; large ingestion may cause diarrhea, organ damage and systemic distress
Toxicity status is unconfirmed, no verified symptom data available
Toxicity Snapshot
First Aid & Prevention
First 30 Minutes
- • Remove all remaining plant material from the exposed individual/pet's mouth immediately
- • Rinse the mouth thoroughly with cool clean water to reduce irritation
- • Do not induce vomiting unless explicitly instructed by a medical/veterinary professional
Contact Vet Immediately
- • Persistent oral pain, swelling or excessive drooling after rinsing
- • Observation of vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing or swallowing
- • Suspected ingestion of a large quantity of the plant, or presence of neurological symptoms (seizures, unsteady gait)
Prevention
- • Keep the plant out of reach of children, cats, dogs and other domestic animals
- • Wear gloves when handling the plant to avoid skin irritation from sap
- • Label the plant clearly if kept in shared spaces to prevent accidental ingestion
Treatment & Prognosis
- • Administer appropriate decontamination followed by symptomatic supportive care
- • Provide analgesics for pain, antihistamines or glucocorticoids to reduce severe swelling
- • Deliver calcium supplementation for very large ingestions, and support liver/kidney/heart function as needed
Professional Toxicology
• Insoluble calcium oxalate raphides penetrate mucous membranes, causing immediate local irritation and pain
• Soluble oxalates bind to systemic calcium, leading to hypocalcemia and organ damage at high exposure levels
Information from CliniTox veterinary text.
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This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. If ingestion or poisoning is suspected, seek medical or veterinary attention immediately.