Taro Vine
Syngonium podophyllum
Taro vine—arrowhead vine, Syngonium podophyllum—is a popular houseplant with glossy green leaves, often splashed with cream or yellow. It is not the same as pothos (sometimes nicknamed devil's ivy), but like many houseplants it is not safe for rabbits, cats, or dogs. If your pet chews it, watch for vomiting, heavy drooling, mouth irritation, or trouble swallowing. Keep pots and hangers well out of reach.
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Indoor Plants
Other Names: Arrowhead vine, Syngonium, goosefoot plant, nephthytis
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Is Taro Vine item toxic?
Yes. Taro vine (Syngonium podophyllum) contains calcium oxalate crystals that irritate the mouth and can cause vomiting, drooling, and swallowing difficulty in rabbits and other small pets.
Should I feed my pet Taro Vine?
No. Do not feed taro vine to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer as food. If your pet chewed taro vine, remove remaining plant material and contact your veterinarian if drooling, vomiting, or reduced eating continues.
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