Are pointed-leaf ficus poisonous to cats or dogs?
Weeping Fig — Cats: Mild poison · Dogs: Mild poison · Mild severity Poisonous White rubber contains enzymes that irritate the skin and mouth. If your child chews on the leaves or gets irritated by the rubber, Rinse off and see a veterinarian.
Other names: small leaf ficus, weeping ficus
English nameWeeping Fig
Scientific nameFicus benjamina
catMild poison
dogMild poison
Symptoms that may be experienced
- Skin irritation
- Mouth irritation, vomiting (from latex containing physin and psoralen)
What should I do?
Poisonous, white rubber contains enzymes that irritate the skin and mouth. If your child chews on the leaves or gets irritated by the rubber, Rinse off and 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
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