Chinese evergreen contains calcium oxalates that cause oral and GI irritation.
Popular as an indoor plant for its tolerance of low light — but chewed leaves cause immediate pain.
Aglaonema species contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides bundled in specialized cells. When chewed, these needles release and embed in oral tissues, causing burning, swelling and drooling.
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Mild ingestions usually resolve with home care; throat swelling or persistent vomiting warrants a vet visit.
Contact your veterinarian or an emergency animal poison hotline immediately. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by a vet.
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