Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana (Kalanchoe spp.)
No—do not feed kalanchoe to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas. Common florist kalanchoe and related succulents contain cardiac glycosides that can cause drooling, diarrhea, weakness, and heart trouble. Keep pots and fallen flowers out of the pen, and call your vet or a poison hotline if anything was chewed. Unlimited grass hay stays the main meal.
This page covers the kalanchoe genus people mean when they ask about the houseplant (often Kalanchoe blossfeldiana / flaming Katy). Fuzzy-leaf panda plant (Kalanchoe tomentosa) is the same toxic family—also never feed.
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Indoor Plants
Other Names: Florist kalanchoe, flaming Katy, Christmas kalanchoe, widow's-thrill, mother-of-thousands, mother-of-millions, Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, Kalanchoe spp.
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Is Kalanchoe item toxic?
Yes. Kalanchoe species are poisonous to rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Cardiac glycosides in leaves and especially flowers can cause GI upset, weakness, and heart effects. Safer bias is never feed—keep every kalanchoe out of reach.
Should I feed my pet Kalanchoe?
No. Do not feed kalanchoe to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer any part of the plant as food. If your pet chewed kalanchoe, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline.
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