Begonia
Begonia
No—rabbits should not eat begonia, including wax begonia. Stems, leaves, and flowers can irritate the mouth and make small pets sick. Keep houseplants out of reach of rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas, and call a vet or poison hotline if any part was chewed.
Wax begonia is the same poisonous plant group as other begonias—do not offer it as a treat. Searches that pair begonias with impatiens are common; impatiens are a different flower sold as Busy Lizzie, and that plant is also poisonous to rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas.
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Flowers
Other Names: Wax begonia, tuberous begonia, rex begonia, Impatiens (see also busy-lizzie), wax begonias
Often Mistaken For
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Is Begonia item toxic?
Yes. Begonias are considered toxic to rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas; stems, leaves, and flowers can cause drooling, oral irritation, weakness, or worse depending on amount chewed.
Should I feed my pet Begonia?
No. Do not feed begonia to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer as food. If your pet ate begonia, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away.
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