Night-Blooming Jessamine
Cestrum nocturnum
Dogs: Severe
Cats: Severe
Veterinary Emergency
Veterinary emergency. Berries are most commonly ingested. Rush to emergency vet.
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Plant Information
Night Cestrum, Lady of the Night, Queen of the Night
Solanaceae
outdoor
Highly Toxic — Emergency Risk
Toxicity Details
all parts, berries
Solanine-type glycoalkaloids and saponins
1 to 4 hours
severe
Symptoms to Watch For
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Hallucinations
- Seizures
- Respiratory failure
What to Do
Veterinary emergency. Berries are most commonly ingested. Rush to emergency vet.
Do not wait for symptoms. Call your vet or poison control immediately.
About Night-Blooming Jessamine
Night-Blooming Jessamine is extremely toxic despite its intoxicating nighttime fragrance. The berries are especially dangerous and attractive to curious pets.