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Prairie Lily

Zephyranthes drummondii

No. This one is fine.

Prairie Lily (Zephyranthes drummondii), also known as Rain Lily, is a flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family.

Important notes

Prairie Lily (Zephyranthes drummondii), also known as Rain Lily, is a flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. The ASPCA Animal Poison Control plant database lists this species as non-toxic to cats, with no toxic principle assigned. While some other plants in the Amaryllidaceae family (such as daffodils and amaryllis) are toxic, Prairie Lily itself is not classified as poisonous to cats by animal-poison authorities. As with any plant, eating large amounts of non-food material can occasionally cause mild stomach upset. If your cat shows ongoing vomiting or other concerning signs after chewing on this plant, contact your veterinarian.

  • ASPCA Animal Poison Control lists Prairie Lily (Zephyranthes drummondii) as non-toxic to cats and dogs, with no toxic principle assigned
  • Not to be confused with toxic Amaryllidaceae relatives such as daffodils (Narcissus) and amaryllis (Hippeastrum)
  • Eating large amounts of any plant material can occasionally cause mild, self-limiting stomach upset
  • Contact your vet if your cat shows ongoing vomiting or other concerning signs
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This summary was compiled from multiple sources and is for informational use only. It is not a diagnosis or treatment plan. Toxicity varies with the substance, amount, plant part and the individual cat. If you think your cat may have been exposed to a toxic substance, contact a veterinarian right away.