Is mawang nok poisonous to cats or dogs?
Black Nightshade — Cats: Toxic · Dogs: Toxic · Moderate severity Poison from solanine, saponins and atropine-like substances. Poison can be found in all parts of the plant. especially raw fruit Important note: Maweng Nok is a different tree from the Maweng Kruea or Maweng tree that Thai people use for cooking. If you suspect your pet has eaten it Take him to see a veterinarian.
Other names: Ya Tom Tok, Pracham, Waeng Nok
English nameBlack Nightshade
Scientific nameSolanum nigrum
catToxic
dogToxic
Symptoms that may be experienced
- Drooling a lot, loss of appetite
- Severe gastrointestinal upset, diarrhea
- Drowsy, confused, behavior changes
- Weakness, dilated pupils, slow heartbeat
What should I do?
Poison from solanine, saponins and atropine-like substances. Poison can be found in all parts of the plant. especially raw fruit Important note: Maweng Nok is a different tree from the Maweng Kruea or Maweng tree that Thai people use for cooking. If you suspect your pet has eaten it Take him to see a veterinarian.
This information is used for preliminary decision making only. It is not a veterinary diagnosis or advice. If your pet has abnormal symptoms or eats or comes into contact with something that may be dangerous. Contact your veterinarian orAnimal clinic 24 hrs.immediately
Last checked 2026-07-29