About Paper White toxicity
Paper White (Narcissus spp) 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 Paper White (Narcissus spp)
Is Paper White toxic to cats, dogs or horses?
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Cat Toxic Not verified
Vomiting, salvation, diarrhea; large ingestions cause convulsions, low blood pressure, tremors and cardiac arrhythmias. Bulbs are the most poisonous part. Toxic principles: Lycorine and other alkaloids
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Dog Toxic Not verified
Vomiting, salvation, diarrhea; large ingestions cause convulsions, low blood pressure, tremors and cardiac arrhythmias. Bulbs are the most poisonous part. Toxic principles: Lycorine and other alkaloids
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Horse Toxic Not verified
Vomiting, salvation, diarrhea; large ingestions cause convulsions, low blood pressure, tremors and cardiac arrhythmias. Bulbs are the most poisonous part. Toxic principles: Lycorine and other alkaloids
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Paper White plant details and common names
Family: Amaryllidaceae
Also known as: Daffodil, Jonquil, Narcissus
Safety advice if a pet eats Paper White
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 Paper White (Narcissus spp), 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Found outdated or incorrect data?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: Paper White and pet toxicity
- Is Paper White toxic to cats?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Paper White is toxic to cats. Vomiting, salvation, diarrhea; large ingestions cause convulsions, low blood pressure, tremors and cardiac arrhythmias. Bulbs are the most poisonous part. Toxic principles: Lycorine and other alkaloids This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Is Paper White toxic to dogs?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Paper White is toxic to dogs. Vomiting, salvation, diarrhea; large ingestions cause convulsions, low blood pressure, tremors and cardiac arrhythmias. Bulbs are the most poisonous part. Toxic principles: Lycorine and other alkaloids This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Is Paper White toxic to horses?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Paper White is toxic to horses. Vomiting, salvation, diarrhea; large ingestions cause convulsions, low blood pressure, tremors and cardiac arrhythmias. Bulbs are the most poisonous part. Toxic principles: Lycorine and other alkaloids This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Which pets are most at risk from Paper White?
- Our database flags Paper White as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
- What should I do if my pet eats Paper White?
- 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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