About Mistletoe "American" toxicity

Mistletoe "American" (Phoradendron flavescens) 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 Mistletoe "American" toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

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Mistletoe "American" plant details and common names

Family: Viscaceae

Also known as: American Mistletoe

Safety advice if a pet eats Mistletoe "American"

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 Mistletoe "American" (Phoradendron flavescens), note the amount ingested, watch for unusual behaviour and contact a veterinarian or pet poison helpline immediately.

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FAQ: Mistletoe "American" and pet toxicity

Is Mistletoe "American" toxic to cats?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Mistletoe "American" is toxic to cats. Vomiting, diarrhea, low blood pressure (rare), difficulty breathing, low heart rate Toxic principles: Toxalbumin, pharatoxin viscumin (Lectins, Phoratoxins) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Mistletoe "American" toxic to dogs?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Mistletoe "American" is toxic to dogs. Vomiting, diarrhea, low blood pressure (rare), difficulty breathing, low heart rate Toxic principles: Toxalbumin, pharatoxin viscumin (Lectins, Phoratoxins) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Mistletoe "American" toxic to horses?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Mistletoe "American" is toxic to horses. Vomiting, diarrhea, low blood pressure (rare), difficulty breathing, low heart rate Toxic principles: Toxalbumin, pharatoxin viscumin (Lectins, Phoratoxins) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Mistletoe "American"?
Our database flags Mistletoe "American" as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
What should I do if my pet eats Mistletoe "American"?
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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