Privet
Privet
plants
Scientific name
Libustrum
Alternate names
Common Privet, Chinese Privet, Border Privet, Wax-leaf Privet
Toxicity to pets
Privet contains terpenoid glycosides in all parts of the plant. Ingestion may result in GI distress (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite) in companion animals and livestock. Large ingestions may lead to cardiovascular disturbances (e.g., irregular heart rhythm, cardiac arrest), neurological signs (e.g., incoordination and stumbling gait) and death.
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.
