Is Taro (Colocasia esculenta) toxic to dogs?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Taro (Colocasia esculenta) is toxic to dogs. Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing. Toxic principles: Insoluble calcium oxalates This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Is Taro (Colocasia esculenta) toxic to horses?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Taro (Colocasia esculenta) is toxic to horses. Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing Toxic principles: Insoluble calcium oxalates This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Which pets are most at risk from Taro (Colocasia esculenta)?

Our database flags Taro (Colocasia esculenta) as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.

What should I do if my pet eats Taro (Colocasia esculenta)?

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 Taro (Colocasia esculenta) toxic to cats, dogs? (Colocasia esculenta)

Taro (Colocasia esculenta) (Colocasia esculenta) 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 Taro (Colocasia esculenta) (Colocasia esculenta)

Taro (Colocasia esculenta) (Colocasia esculenta) — plant photo 1 of 3, pet toxicity guide

Taro (Colocasia esculenta) (Colocasia esculenta) — plant photo 2 of 3, pet toxicity guide

Taro (Colocasia esculenta) (Colocasia esculenta) — plant photo 3 of 3, pet toxicity guide

Is Taro (Colocasia esculenta) toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

Cat Toxic Not verified

Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing. Toxic principles: Insoluble calcium oxalates
Dog Toxic Not verified

Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing. Toxic principles: Insoluble calcium oxalates
Horse Toxic Not verified

Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing Toxic principles: Insoluble calcium oxalates

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Taro (Colocasia esculenta) plant details and common names

Family: Araceae

Also known as: Caladium, Elephant's Ears, Malanga

Safety advice if a pet eats Taro (Colocasia esculenta)

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 Taro (Colocasia esculenta) (Colocasia esculenta), 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: Taro (Colocasia esculenta) and pet toxicity

Is Taro (Colocasia esculenta) toxic to cats?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Taro (Colocasia esculenta) is toxic to cats. Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing. Toxic principles: Insoluble calcium oxalates This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Taro (Colocasia esculenta) toxic to dogs?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Taro (Colocasia esculenta) is toxic to dogs. Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing. Toxic principles: Insoluble calcium oxalates This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Taro (Colocasia esculenta) toxic to horses?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Taro (Colocasia esculenta) is toxic to horses. Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing Toxic principles: Insoluble calcium oxalates This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Taro (Colocasia esculenta)?: Our database flags Taro (Colocasia esculenta) as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
What should I do if my pet eats Taro (Colocasia esculenta)?: 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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