About Wild Coffee toxicity
Wild Coffee (Polyscias guilfoylei) 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 Wild Coffee (Polyscias guilfoylei)
Is Wild Coffee toxic to cats, dogs or horses?
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Cat Toxic Not verified
Contact dermatitis, vomiting, anorexia, depression. Toxic principles: Saponin
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Dog Toxic Not verified
Contact dermatitis, vomiting, anorexia, depression. Toxic principles: Saponin
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Horse Toxic Not verified
Contact dermatitis, vomiting, anorexia, depression. Toxic principles: Saponin
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Wild Coffee plant details and common names
Family: Araliaceae
Also known as: Geranium-Leaf Aralia, Coffee Tree
Safety advice if a pet eats Wild Coffee
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 Wild Coffee (Polyscias guilfoylei), 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Found outdated or incorrect data?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: Wild Coffee and pet toxicity
- Is Wild Coffee toxic to cats?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Wild Coffee is toxic to cats. Contact dermatitis, vomiting, anorexia, depression. Toxic principles: Saponin This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Is Wild Coffee toxic to dogs?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Wild Coffee is toxic to dogs. Contact dermatitis, vomiting, anorexia, depression. Toxic principles: Saponin This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Is Wild Coffee toxic to horses?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Wild Coffee is toxic to horses. Contact dermatitis, vomiting, anorexia, depression. Toxic principles: Saponin This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Which pets are most at risk from Wild Coffee?
- Our database flags Wild Coffee as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
- What should I do if my pet eats Wild Coffee?
- 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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