Daylily
Veterinary Emergency
CATS: Veterinary emergency — daylilies cause fatal kidney failure in cats. Even pollen contact requires immediate vet care. DOGS: Monitor, mild GI upset only.
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Plant Information
Hemerocallis, Orange Daylily, Tiger Daylily
Asphodelaceae
garden
Highly Toxic — Emergency Risk
Toxicity Details
all parts, flowers, pollen, leaves
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 — daylilies cause fatal kidney failure in cats. Even pollen contact requires immediate vet care. DOGS: Monitor, mild GI upset only.
Do not wait for symptoms. Call your vet or poison control immediately.
About Daylily
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.
Safe Alternatives
These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets: