It is amazing to have beautiful plants in your home, but it is also important to be aware that they can be harmful or poisonous to your pets. This is because some of the plants you buy can harm your pets. Although plumeria flowers are safe to eat, some species can cause gastric irritation. The only edible fruit-bearing orchids on the planet are the vanilla bean pod.
The creamy-green leathery leaves of Plumeria are a perennial or deciduous tree or shrub with conspicuous veins and glossy dark green surfaces. Its flowers are scented and come in shades of pink, purple, yellow, orange, and red. The vibrant colors of the plant, which are used to create leis, are native to warm tropical regions such as Mexico, the Caribbean, and the Pacific Islands.
If you have a cat, you probably know that certain flowers are safe to keep around. On the other hand, other blooms, such as the Plumeria, can be harmful to cats if your cat eats them due to being hungry or bored.
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It is also common for cats to eat everything that is in their mouths when they are hungry. Unfortunately, some plumeria flowers can be toxic to pets. In this guide, we will talk about the various levels of toxicity that can be experienced by cats when it comes to eating plumeria flowers.
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Commonly referred to as frangipanis, plumerias are poisonous plants that can cause gastric irritation. The flowers or leaves of the plant can also be harmful.
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The entire plant can cause skin irritation, and it is harmful even to humans. Pets that eat the poisonous plant may experience more severe skin conditions, such as diarrhea, vomiting, and blistered skin.
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Ingestion of the leaves or the flowers of a Plumeria plant can cause digestive issues. When your cat consumes whole Plumeria flowers, it may vomit, lose its appetite, and experience diarrhea and excessive salivation. You should immediately consult a veterinarian to prevent any issues.
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Although Plumeria is not severely harmful to cats, it can still cause irritations that require veterinary attention. This is the reason why you should never let your pet chew it.
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Depending on the amount of sap your cat has licked, its mouth may appear swollen, but it is not likely to cause any harm. You can gently clean its teeth or wipe its mouth to remove the sap.
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Your cat will most likely suffer from mouth irritation after eating or licking the sap of the plumeria plant’s milk.
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