Is Clusia Rosea Toxic to Dogs and Cats? (2026)
Clusia major
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Quick facts
| Toxic to dogs | Yes |
|---|---|
| Toxic to cats | Yes |
| Toxic to horses | Yes |
| Toxic component | Unidentified mild irritants in the sap |
| Onset of symptoms | Within a few hours |
| Indoor / outdoor | indoor |
If your pet ate this plant
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Symptoms in dogs
- Mild vomiting
- Skin irritation from sap contact
Symptoms in cats
- Mild vomiting
- Skin irritation from sap contact
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What to do
Usually resolves with monitoring.
Toxic component and mechanism
The toxic component in Clusia Rosea is unidentified mild irritants in the sap.
What makes this plant different
Clusia Rosea is a popular landscaping tree in tropical and subtropical climates, valued for its thick, glossy leaves and salt tolerance near coastlines — its mild sap irritation is a minor concern relative to most other plants on this list.
Plant identification
- Scientific name
- Clusia major
- Family
- Clusiaceae
- Also known as
- Clusia Rosea, Clusia
- Typically found
- indoor
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Last verified: July 2, 2026 · Cross-referenced with ASPCA Animal Poison Control