Is Brazilwood toxic to dogs?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Brazilwood is toxic to dogs. Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing and incoordination is possible. Deaths in rabbits have been reported. Toxic principles: GI irritants This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Is Brazilwood toxic to horses?

We do not have confirmed toxicity data for Brazilwood and horses yet. Keep the plant out of reach until more information is available. This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Which pets are most at risk from Brazilwood?

Our database flags Brazilwood as toxic to: cats, dogs.

What should I do if my pet eats Brazilwood?

Remove remaining plant material, do not induce vomiting unless a vet instructs you to, and seek professional help immediately with the plant name ready.

Is Brazilwood toxic to cats, dogs? (Poinciana gilliesii)

Brazilwood (Poinciana gilliesii) is marked as potentially toxic to cats, dogs in the Plants4Pets database. Keep this plant out of reach of curious pets and read the species-specific notes below.

Photos of Brazilwood (Poinciana gilliesii)

Brazilwood (Poinciana gilliesii) — plant photo 1 of 2, pet toxicity guide

Brazilwood (Poinciana gilliesii) — plant photo 2 of 2, pet toxicity guide

Is Brazilwood toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

Cat Toxic Not verified

Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing and incoordination is possible. Deaths in rabbits have been reported. Toxic principles: GI irritants
Dog Toxic Not verified

Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing and incoordination is possible. Deaths in rabbits have been reported. Toxic principles: GI irritants
Horse Unknown Not verified

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Brazilwood plant details and common names

Family: Leguminosae

Also known as: Bird of Paradise, Poinciana, Barbados Pride

Safety advice if a pet eats Brazilwood

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 Brazilwood (Poinciana gilliesii), note the amount ingested, watch for unusual behaviour and contact a veterinarian or pet poison helpline immediately.

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FAQ: Brazilwood and pet toxicity

Is Brazilwood toxic to cats?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Brazilwood is toxic to cats. Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing and incoordination is possible. Deaths in rabbits have been reported. Toxic principles: GI irritants This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Brazilwood toxic to dogs?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Brazilwood is toxic to dogs. Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing and incoordination is possible. Deaths in rabbits have been reported. Toxic principles: GI irritants This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Brazilwood toxic to horses?: We do not have confirmed toxicity data for Brazilwood and horses yet. Keep the plant out of reach until more information is available. This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Brazilwood?: Our database flags Brazilwood as toxic to: cats, dogs.
What should I do if my pet eats Brazilwood?: 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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