About Indian Rubber Plant toxicity

Indian Rubber Plant (Ficus benjamina) 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 Indian Rubber Plant toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

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Indian Rubber Plant plant details and common names

Family: Moraceae

Also known as: Fig, Weeping Fig

Safety advice if a pet eats Indian Rubber Plant

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 Indian Rubber Plant (Ficus benjamina), note the amount ingested, watch for unusual behaviour and contact a veterinarian or pet poison helpline immediately.

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FAQ: Indian Rubber Plant and pet toxicity

Is Indian Rubber Plant toxic to cats?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Indian Rubber Plant is toxic to cats. Toxic principles: Proteolytic enzyme (ficin), psoralen (ficusin) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Indian Rubber Plant toxic to dogs?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Indian Rubber Plant is toxic to dogs. Toxic principles: Proteolytic enzyme (ficin), psoralen (ficusin) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Indian Rubber Plant toxic to horses?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Indian Rubber Plant is toxic to horses. Gastrointestinal and dermal irritation Toxic principles: Proteolytic enzyme (ficin), psoralen (ficusin) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Indian Rubber Plant?
Our database flags Indian Rubber Plant as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
What should I do if my pet eats Indian Rubber Plant?
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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