English Ivy
Hedera helix
Dogs: Moderate
Cats: Moderate
Plant Information
Common Ivy, Hedera, Branching Ivy
Araliaceae
houseplant
Moderately Toxic
Toxicity Details
leaves (especially young leaves), berries
Triterpenoid saponins (hederagenin), polyacetylene compounds
1-6 hours
moderate
Symptoms to Watch For
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Abdominal pain
- Skin irritation (contact)
What to Do
Monitor for dehydration from vomiting/diarrhea. Wash skin if contact irritation. Vet visit if symptoms are severe.
About English Ivy
English Ivy is toxic both when eaten and through skin contact. The berries are more toxic than leaves. It's commonly grown indoors (as a trailing plant) and outdoors (ground cover, climbing), making exposure risk high for both indoor and outdoor pets.
Safe Alternatives
These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets: