Mexican Breadfruit
Mexican Breadfruit
plants
Scientific name
Monstera deliciosa
Alternate names
Cutleaf Philodendron, Hurricane Plant, Split-leaf Philodendron, Swiss Cheese Plant
Toxicity to pets
Mexican Breadfruit contains microscopic crystals within the plant structure including the unripe fruit. When pets chew the plant, it releases the crystals causing irritation and pain to the pet’s lips, oral cavity, and throat. Drooling, gagging, and vomiting are common signs in animals following ingestion of this plant; in rare instances severe throat swelling resulting in breathing difficulty can occur. Only the ripe fruit of Mexican Breadfruit is edible.
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.
