Corn Plant
Corn Plant
plants
Scientific name
Dracaena sp
Alternate names
Cornstalk Plant, Dracaena, Dragon Tree, Ribbon Plant
Toxicity to pets
The corn plant contains chemical compounds called steroidal saponins within the plant structure. Ingestion of the corn plant by companion animals leads to nausea with salivation and vomiting, incoordination, and – for cats – dilated pupils.
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.
