About Peacock Flower toxicity
Peacock Flower (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) is marked as potentially toxic to cats, dogs, horses in the Plants4Pets database. Keep this plant out of reach of curious pets and read the species-specific notes below.
Photos of Peacock Flower (Caesalpinia pulcherrima)
Is Peacock Flower toxic to cats, dogs or horses?
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Cat Toxic Not verified
Vomiting and diarrhea. Toxic principles: GI Irritants, Tannins
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Dog Toxic Not verified
Vomiting and diarrhea. Toxic principles: GI Irritants, Tannins
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Horse Toxic Not verified
Vomiting and diarrhea. Toxic principles: GI Irritants, Tannins
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Peacock Flower plant details and common names
Family: Fabaceae
Also known as: Barbados Pride, Dwarf Poinciana
Safety advice if a pet eats Peacock Flower
Many popular houseplants and garden species can cause vomiting, drooling, skin irritation or more serious symptoms when chewed by cats, dogs or horses. The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not replace a veterinary consultation.
If your pet has eaten any part of Peacock Flower (Caesalpinia pulcherrima), note the amount ingested, watch for unusual behaviour and contact a veterinarian or pet poison helpline immediately.
Found outdated or incorrect data? Use the report form below or e-mail kontakt@plants4pets.pl with the plant name, species affected and your source — we review every submission.
FAQ: Peacock Flower and pet toxicity
- Is Peacock Flower toxic to cats?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Peacock Flower is toxic to cats. Vomiting and diarrhea. Toxic principles: GI Irritants, Tannins This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Is Peacock Flower toxic to dogs?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Peacock Flower is toxic to dogs. Vomiting and diarrhea. Toxic principles: GI Irritants, Tannins This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Is Peacock Flower toxic to horses?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Peacock Flower is toxic to horses. Vomiting and diarrhea. Toxic principles: GI Irritants, Tannins This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Which pets are most at risk from Peacock Flower?
- Our database flags Peacock Flower as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
- What should I do if my pet eats Peacock Flower?
- Remove remaining plant material, do not induce vomiting unless a vet instructs you to, and seek professional help immediately with the plant name ready.
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