Asiatic Lily

Asiatic Lily

Lilium asiaticum
Dogs: Mild Cats: Severe

Veterinary Emergency

CATS: Veterinary emergency. All true Lilium species are equally fatal to cats. Immediate vet care required. DOGS: Mild GI upset only.

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Plant Information

Asiatic Hybrid Lily

Liliaceae

garden

Highly Toxic — Emergency Risk

Toxicity Details

all parts, pollen, vase water

Unknown nephrotoxin

6 to 12 hours

severe

Symptoms to Watch For

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

What to Do

CATS: Veterinary emergency. All true Lilium species are equally fatal to cats. Immediate vet care required. DOGS: Mild GI upset only.

Do not wait for symptoms. Call your vet or poison control immediately.

About Asiatic Lily

Asiatic Lilies are popular in bouquets and gardens. Like all true lilies (Lilium genus), they are fatally toxic to cats. The pollen is especially dangerous as cats can ingest it while grooming.

Safe Alternatives

These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets:

✓ Sunflower ✓ Snapdragon ✓ Gerbera Daisy

Related:

Is Asiatic Lily toxic to dogs? Is Asiatic Lily toxic to cats?

Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, Pet Poison Helpline, Merck Veterinary Manual. Plant image from Wikimedia Commons (CC). Not a substitute for veterinary advice. Last reviewed: June 2026.