Mistletoe
Mistletoe
plants
Scientific name
Phloradendron spp
Alternate names
American Mistletoe, Christmas Mistletoe, Eastern Mistletoe, Pacific Mistletoe
Toxicity to pets
Ingestion of American Mistletoe plant and berries by pets commonly results in gastrointestinal distress (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea), but large ingestions of this plant may lead to low blood pressure with stumbling gait.
Disclaimer
The content of this page is not veterinary advice. A number of factors (amount of substance ingested, size of the animal, allergies, etc.) determine what is toxic to a particular pet. If you think your pet has eaten something potentially toxic, call Pet Poison Helpline or seek immediate veterinary treatment.
