Is Calamondin Orange Toxic to Dogs and Cats? (2026)

The peel and seeds are more concentrated in irritants than the fruit itself; usually resolves with monitoring.

The toxic component in Calamondin Orange is essential oils (limonene) and psoralens, concentrated in the peel and seeds.

Part-specific risk: Peeled, seedless fruit flesh in small amounts is much lower risk than peel, seeds, or leaves.

Calamondin is a popular ornamental citrus grown specifically for its compact size and prolific small fruit — the abundance of fallen fruit under an indoor calamondin tree is a more realistic exposure scenario than with larger citrus trees.

Scientific name

Citrus mitis

Family

Rutaceae

Also known as

Calamondin Orange

Typically found

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