About Gladiola toxicity
Gladiola (Gladiolus species) 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 Gladiola (Gladiolus species)
Is Gladiola toxic to cats, dogs or horses?
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Cat Toxic Not verified
Salivation, vomiting, drooling,lethargy, diarrhea. Highest concentration in corms (bulbs). Toxic principles: Unknown
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Dog Toxic Not verified
Salivation, vomiting, drooling,lethargy, diarrhea. Highest concentration in corms (bulbs). Toxic principles: Unknown
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Horse Toxic Not verified
Salivation, vomiting, drooling,lethargy, diarrhea. Highest concentration in corms (bulbs). Toxic principles: Unknown
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Gladiola plant details and common names
Family: Iridaceae
Also known as: Many cultivars
Safety advice if a pet eats Gladiola
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 Gladiola (Gladiolus species), 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Found outdated or incorrect data?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: Gladiola and pet toxicity
- Is Gladiola toxic to cats?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Gladiola is toxic to cats. Salivation, vomiting, drooling,lethargy, diarrhea. Highest concentration in corms (bulbs). Toxic principles: Unknown This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Is Gladiola toxic to dogs?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Gladiola is toxic to dogs. Salivation, vomiting, drooling,lethargy, diarrhea. Highest concentration in corms (bulbs). Toxic principles: Unknown This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Is Gladiola toxic to horses?
- Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Gladiola is toxic to horses. Salivation, vomiting, drooling,lethargy, diarrhea. Highest concentration in corms (bulbs). Toxic principles: Unknown This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
- Which pets are most at risk from Gladiola?
- Our database flags Gladiola as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
- What should I do if my pet eats Gladiola?
- 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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