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🚨 DEADLY EMERGENCY

Call Your Vet or Poison Control IMMEDIATELY

Alocasia

Also known as: African Mask Plant, Elephant Ear, Kris Plant

plant • houseplant
Toxic compound: Insoluble calcium oxalate crystals

What Happens

Contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause intense burning and swelling of mouth, tongue, and throat. Can cause difficulty breathing and swallowing.

Timeline

Symptoms are immediate - within seconds to minutes of biting into the plant

🩺 Symptoms

Intense oral pain, drooling, pawing at mouth, vomiting, difficulty swallowing, swollen tongue

Do This Right Now

Remove plant material immediately. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Offer milk or yogurt to soothe. Call vet immediately.

When to Worry

Excessive drooling, pawing at mouth, difficulty breathing or swallowing, swollen tongue or throat

Vet Consultation

Emergency care required. May need pain medication, anti-inflammatories, and monitoring for airway obstruction.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for medical decisions.