Are hostas toxic to cats or dogs?
Hosta (Plantain Lily) — Cats: Mild poison · Dogs: Mild poison · Mild severity Saponins in the leaves and stems irritate the digestive tract. If a cat or dog eats hosta leaves Watch for signs of vomiting or diarrhea. And take them to see a veterinarian if symptoms do not improve or are unusually lethargic.
Other names: Planta Lily
English nameHosta (Plantain Lily)
Scientific nameHosta plantaginea
catMild poison
dogMild poison
Symptoms that may be experienced
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- depressed
What should I do?
Saponins in the leaves and stems irritate the digestive tract. If a cat or dog eats hosta leaves Watch for signs of vomiting or diarrhea. And take them to see a veterinarian if symptoms do not improve or are unusually lethargic.
Used for making preliminary decisions. not a judgment If you eat the plant or have any unusual symptoms, contactAnimal clinic 24 hrs.or veterinarian immediately
Last checked 2026-07-25