Is Bird of Paradise toxic to cats and dogs?

Whether Bird of Paradise is safe for cats and dogs, from the ASPCA's toxic and non-toxic plant list.

Is Bird of Paradise toxic to cats and dogs?
PlantScientific nameCatsDogsToxic principlesClinical signs
Bird of ParadiseCaesalpinia gilliesiiToxic to catsToxic to dogspossibly hydrocyanic acidOral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing and incoordination is possible. Deaths in rabbits have been reported. Should not be confused with the less toxic Strelitzia reginae.

Common questions

Is Bird of Paradise toxic to cats?
Toxic to cats.
Is Bird of Paradise toxic to dogs?
Toxic to dogs.
What makes Bird of Paradise toxic?
possibly hydrocyanic acid.
What are the signs of Bird of Paradise poisoning?
Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing and incoordination is possible. Deaths in rabbits have been reported. Should not be confused with the less toxic Strelitzia reginae.

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