Are loose claws toxic to cats or dogs?
Inch Plant (Wandering Jew) — Cats: Mild poison · Dogs: Mild poison · Slight level of severity. Poisonous. The sap in the plant causes skin inflammation and irritation. (The Tradescantia zebrina species found mostly in Thailand is in the same group.) If your little one gnaws or touches it, there will be a red, itchy rash. You should see a veterinarian.
Other names: Loose Crab Claw, Wondering Jiw, Shrimp Claw Tree
English nameInch Plant (Wandering Jew)
Scientific nameTradescantia fluminensis
catMild poison
dogMild poison
Symptoms that may be experienced
- Skin inflammation/irritation
- Irritating to the mouth and stomach when chewing.
What should I do?
It is poisonous. The sap from the tree causes skin inflammation and irritation (Tradescantia zebrina species found mostly in Thailand is in the same group). If you chew or touch it, you will get a red, itchy rash. You should see a veterinarian.
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 2026-07-03