Plant safety record
Philodendron
Philodendron spp.
Pet safety guide
Cats
TOXIC
Philodendron should be treated as toxic to cats within the governed identity and evidence scope on this page.
Dogs
TOXIC
Philodendron should be treated as toxic to dogs within the governed identity and evidence scope on this page.
Quick answer
Pet safety guide
Plant identity
Pet safety guide
Scientific identity: Philodendron spp.
Philodendron is governed here at Philodendron spp. genus scope and is toxic to cats and dogs.
Safety for cats and dogs
For cats: Philodendron should be treated as toxic to cats within the governed identity and evidence scope on this page.
For dogs: Philodendron should be treated as toxic to dogs within the governed identity and evidence scope on this page.
What can happen
Supported toxic principle: Insoluble calcium oxalates
Exposure considered: Chewing or swallowing plant material.
Possible signs: oral irritation, mouth or tongue swelling, drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing.
Difficulty swallowing warrants prompt veterinary contact.
What to do
Remove access to the plant and contact a veterinarian or animal poison-control service for case-specific advice. This page provides general educational guidance and does not replace emergency veterinary advice.
Identity clarification
Mini Monstera is Rhaphidophora tetrasperma. Philodendron Ginny remains its documented commercial alias and does not make Mini Monstera a botanical Philodendron.