Gardenia
Gardenia jasminoides
Dogs: Mild
Cats: Mild
Plant Information
Cape Jasmine, Gardenia jasminoides
Rubiaceae
garden
Mildly Toxic
Toxicity Details
leaves, flowers, berries
Genioposide, gardenoside (iridoid glycosides)
1-6 hours
mild
Symptoms to Watch For
- Mild vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Hives (rare)
What to Do
Monitor at home. Usually self-limiting. See vet only if symptoms persist beyond 24 hours.
About Gardenia
Gardenias are only mildly toxic to pets. While their intensely fragrant white flowers make them popular, ingestion typically causes nothing more than mild GI upset. The bitter taste deters most pets.
Safe Alternatives
These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets: