Tomato Leaves
Solanum lycopersicum
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Fruits
Other Names: Tomato plant foliage, tomato stems, Solanum leaves
The tomato is a plump, red fruit plant that grows on vines, edible to your small pet. However, your pet should never consume the glandular-hairy stem and leaves of a tomato. While rabbits are primarily leaf
eaters, tomato leaves are poisonous to your pet.
Often Mistaken For
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Is Tomato Leaves item toxic?
Yes. Tomato leaves and stems contain solanine and related alkaloids that are toxic to rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Ripe tomato fruit is a separate treat—see the tomatoes entry.
Should I feed my pet Tomato Leaves?
No. Do not feed tomato leaves or stems to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer leaves or stems as food. If your pet ate tomato foliage, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline—especially if they seem lethargic or stop eating.
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