Is purple Thepparat poisonous to cats or dogs?
Persian Violet — Cats: Safe · Dogs: Safe This popular potted flower plant is classified as safe for cats and dogs according to the ASPCA. It is safe to place it in homes with pets. Be careful not to confuse it with cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum), which some stores also call Persian violet. This is because cyclamen is highly toxic to cats and dogs.
Other names: Exacum, Persian Violet
English namePersian Violet
Scientific nameExacum affine
catsafe
dogsafe
Symptoms that may be experienced
- There are no reports of toxicity in cats and dogs.
What should I do?
This popular potted plant is classified as safe for cats and dogs, according to the ASPCA. It's okay to place it in homes with pets. Be careful not to confuse it with cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum), which some stores also call Persian violet. This is because cyclamen is highly toxic to cats and dogs.
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
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