About Superb Lily toxicity

Superb Lily (Gloriosa superba) 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 Superb Lily toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

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Superb Lily plant details and common names

Family: Liliaceae

Also known as: Glory Lily, Climbing Lily, Gloriosa Lily

Safety advice if a pet eats Superb Lily

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 Superb Lily (Gloriosa superba), 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Found outdated or incorrect data?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: Superb Lily and pet toxicity

Is Superb Lily toxic to cats?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Superb Lily is toxic to cats. Salivation, vomiting (bloody), diarrhea (bloody), shock, kidney failure, liver damage, bone marrow suppression. Toxic principles: Colchicine related alkaloids This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Superb Lily toxic to dogs?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Superb Lily is toxic to dogs. Salivation, vomiting (bloody), diarrhea (bloody), shock, kidney failure, liver damage, bone marrow suppression. Toxic principles: Colchicine related alkaloids This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Superb Lily toxic to horses?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Superb Lily is toxic to horses. Salivation, vomiting (bloody), diarrhea (bloody), shock, kidney failure, liver damage, bone marrow suppression. Toxic principles: Colchicine related alkaloids This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Superb Lily?
Our database flags Superb Lily as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
What should I do if my pet eats Superb Lily?
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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