Is Daylily Toxic to Dogs?

Yes — Daylily is mildly toxic to dogs

Daylilies are extremely dangerous to cats — any part of the plant, including pollen or vase water, can cause fatal acute kidney failure within 24-72 hours. Dogs are only mildly affected with GI upset.

Symptoms in Dogs

If your dog eats Daylily, watch for these symptoms (onset: 6 to 12 hours):

  • Vomiting
  • Lethargy
  • Kidney failure (cats)
  • Loss of appetite
  • Death (cats)

What To Do

CATS: Veterinary emergency — daylilies cause fatal kidney failure in cats. Even pollen contact requires immediate vet care. DOGS: Monitor, mild GI upset only.

This is a veterinary emergency for dogs. Call your vet or ASPCA Poison Control (888) 426-4435 immediately.

Dog-Safe Alternatives to Daylily

✓ Gerbera Daisy ✓ Sunflower ✓ Rose

Quick Facts

Hemerocallis spp.

Yes (severe)

Unknown nephrotoxin

all parts, flowers, pollen, leaves

Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, Pet Poison Helpline. View full Daylily toxicity profile.