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🚨 DEADLY EMERGENCY

Call Your Vet or Poison Control IMMEDIATELY

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Croton

Also known as: Garden Croton, Variegated Croton, Joseph's Coat

plant • houseplant
Toxic compound: Diterpene esters, 5-deoxyingenol

What Happens

Highly toxic plant causing severe vomiting, bloody diarrhea, drooling, mouth irritation, and potential liver damage. Even small amounts are dangerous.

Timeline

Symptoms can begin within 30 minutes to 2 hours

🩺 Symptoms

Severe vomiting, bloody diarrhea, drooling, mouth pain, depression, potential liver damage

Do This Right Now

Remove plant material immediately. Rinse mouth gently with water. Call vet or poison control immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting.

When to Worry

Any ingestion is serious. Watch for drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, loss of appetite, difficulty breathing

Vet Consultation

Emergency vet visit required. May need IV fluids, anti-nausea medication, and liver protection therapy.

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