Is Arrow-Head Vine Toxic to Dogs and Cats? (2026)
Syngonium podophyllum
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Quick facts
| Toxic to dogs | Yes |
|---|---|
| Toxic to cats | Yes |
| Toxic to horses | Yes |
| Toxic component | Insoluble calcium oxalate crystals |
| Onset of symptoms | Within minutes of chewing |
| Indoor / outdoor | indoor |
If your pet ate this plant
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Symptoms in dogs
- Oral pain
- Drooling
- Vomiting
- Difficulty swallowing
Symptoms in cats
- Oral pain
- Drooling
- Vomiting
- Pawing at mouth
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What to do
Offer water to help rinse remaining crystals from the mouth. Most cases resolve with supportive care at home; seek vet care if swelling of the mouth or throat develops or vomiting persists beyond a few hours.
Toxic component and mechanism
The toxic component in Arrow-Head Vine is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals.
What makes this plant different
Arrowhead Vine's arrow-shaped leaves change shape dramatically as the plant matures, which can make identification tricky for owners trying to confirm what their pet chewed — but the oxalate-crystal toxicity is consistent regardless of leaf stage.
Plant identification
- Scientific name
- Syngonium podophyllum
- Family
- Araceae
- Also known as
- Arrow-Head Vine, Nephthytis, Green Gold Naphthysis, African Evergreen, Trileaf Wonder
- Typically found
- indoor
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Last verified: July 2, 2026 · Cross-referenced with ASPCA Animal Poison Control