About Texas Umbrella Tree toxicity

Texas Umbrella Tree (Melia azedarach) 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.

Is Texas Umbrella Tree toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

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Texas Umbrella Tree plant details and common names

Family: Meliaceae

Also known as: China Ball Tree, Paradise Tree, Persian Lilac, White Cedar, Japanese Bead Tree, Bead Tree, Pride-of-India, Chinaberry Tree

Safety advice if a pet eats Texas Umbrella Tree

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 Texas Umbrella Tree (Melia azedarach), note the amount ingested, watch for unusual behaviour and contact a veterinarian or pet poison helpline immediately.

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FAQ: Texas Umbrella Tree and pet toxicity

Is Texas Umbrella Tree toxic to cats?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Texas Umbrella Tree is toxic to cats. Diarrhea, vomiting, salivation, depression, weakness, and seizures. Ripe fruit (berries) most toxic but also bark, leaves, and flowers. Toxic principles: Tetranortriterpenes (meliatoxins) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Texas Umbrella Tree toxic to dogs?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Texas Umbrella Tree is toxic to dogs. Diarrhea, vomiting, salivation, depression, weakness, and seizures. Ripe fruit (berries) most toxic but also bark, leaves, and flowers. Toxic principles: Tetranortriterpenes (meliatoxins) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Texas Umbrella Tree toxic to horses?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Texas Umbrella Tree is toxic to horses. Diarrhea, vomiting, salivation, depression, weakness, and seizures. Ripe fruit (berries) most toxic but also bark, leaves, and flowers. Toxic principles: Tetranortriterpenes (meliatoxins) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Texas Umbrella Tree?
Our database flags Texas Umbrella Tree as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
What should I do if my pet eats Texas Umbrella Tree?
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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