Is Poinciana toxic to dogs?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Poinciana is toxic to dogs. Intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, incoordination (rare) Toxic principles: GI irritants This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Is Poinciana toxic to horses?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Poinciana is toxic to horses. Intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, incoordination (rare) Toxic principles: GI irritants This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Which pets are most at risk from Poinciana?

Our database flags Poinciana as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.

What should I do if my pet eats Poinciana?

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 Poinciana toxic to cats, dogs? (Caesalpinia gilliessi)

Poinciana (Caesalpinia gilliessi) 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 Poinciana (Caesalpinia gilliessi)

Poinciana (Caesalpinia gilliessi) — plant photo, pet toxicity guide

Is Poinciana toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

Cat Toxic Not verified

Intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, incoordination (rare) Toxic principles: GI irritants
Dog Toxic Not verified

Intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, incoordination (rare) Toxic principles: GI irritants
Horse Toxic Not verified

Intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, incoordination (rare) Toxic principles: GI irritants

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Poinciana plant details and common names

Family: Leguminosae

Also known as: Peacock Flower, Bird of Paradise, Barbados Pride, Pride of Barbados

Safety advice if a pet eats Poinciana

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 Poinciana (Caesalpinia gilliessi), 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: Poinciana and pet toxicity

Is Poinciana toxic to cats?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Poinciana is toxic to cats. Intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, incoordination (rare) Toxic principles: GI irritants This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Poinciana toxic to dogs?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Poinciana is toxic to dogs. Intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, incoordination (rare) Toxic principles: GI irritants This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Poinciana toxic to horses?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Poinciana is toxic to horses. Intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, incoordination (rare) Toxic principles: GI irritants This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Poinciana?: Our database flags Poinciana as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
What should I do if my pet eats Poinciana?: 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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