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Check Chinese Evergreen for your dog
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Why Chinese Evergreen is dangerous
Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema) is an insoluble calcium oxalate plant. Chewing the leaves or stems can irritate the mouth and digestive tract, causing drooling, nausea, retching, or vomiting.
Signs to watch for
Drooling, mouth pain, pawing at the face, nausea, retching, vomiting, swelling, difficulty swallowing
What to do next
Remove loose plant pieces only if safe, keep the plant or a photo for identification, and call for case-specific guidance. Do not induce vomiting.
A small chew can cause immediate mouth discomfort. Escalate promptly for tongue or throat swelling, persistent vomiting, swallowing difficulty, or breathing changes.
Can I treat this at home?
Do not induce vomiting or give food, charcoal, or another product unless a veterinarian or poison specialist directs you.
When should I call the vet?
Call your veterinarian or an animal poison control center with the exact product or plant, amount, time, and your dog's weight.
•ASPCA Animal Poison Control — Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List
Compiled from veterinary poison-control and medical reference sources, including the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, the Pet Poison Helpline, and the Merck Veterinary Manual. This is general educational information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for examination by your veterinarian. DogSafe's severity ratings are our own assessment, calculated from published guidance and your dog's weight. In an emergency, call ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 888-426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline at 855-764-7661.