Plant safety record
Lily of the Valley
Convallaria majalis
Prevent cats and dogs from accessing correctly identified Convallaria majalis. Contact a veterinarian or animal poison-control service promptly after suspected exposure.
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Cats
TOXIC
ASPCA classifies Lily of the Valley, Convallaria majalis, as toxic to cats.
Dogs
TOXIC
ASPCA classifies Lily of the Valley, Convallaria majalis, as toxic to dogs.
Quick answer
ASPCA classifies Convallaria majalis as toxic to cats and dogs, and Kew accepts that species identity.
Plant identity and scope
This record is limited to Convallaria majalis, the accepted species identified by Kew and ASPCA. It is distinct from true Lilium lilies, Lily-of-the-Valley Bush, and Lily of the Valley Orchid.
What the evidence supports
The toxic result is limited to Convallaria majalis. It is not a classification for true lilies, Lily-of-the-Valley Bush, Lily of the Valley Orchid, or another similarly named plant.
Safety classifications come from PawPlants' governed evidence record, not from a retailer or product label.
If exposure may have occurred
Prevent further access, retain a label or clear photo, and contact a veterinarian or animal poison-control service promptly for case-specific advice. Do not induce vomiting unless a veterinary professional directs it.
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Evidence and sources
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control — Lily of the ValleyCat: Toxic; Dog: Toxic; subject: Convallaria majalis.
- Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew — Plants of the World Online — Convallaria majalisEvidence subject: Convallaria majalis.