Iris
Iris spp.
Dogs: Mild
Cats: Mild
Plant Information
Flag, Bearded Iris, German Iris
Iridaceae
garden
Mildly Toxic
Toxicity Details
rhizomes (bulbs), leaves
Irisin, iridin (pentacyclic terpenoids)
1-6 hours
mild
Symptoms to Watch For
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Lethargy
- Abdominal pain
What to Do
Monitor at home for leaf ingestion. See vet if rhizome was dug up and eaten.
About Iris
Iris toxicity is concentrated in the rhizomes (underground stems). Dogs who dig in gardens are most at risk. Leaf and flower ingestion typically causes only mild GI upset.
Safe Alternatives
These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets: