Begonia Rex
Begonia rex-cultorum
Dogs: Mild
Cats: Mild
Plant Information
Rex Begonia, Painted Leaf Begonia, King Begonia
Begoniaceae
houseplant
Mildly Toxic
Toxicity Details
all parts, rhizomes (most concentrated)
Soluble calcium oxalates
Immediate
mild
Symptoms to Watch For
- Oral burning
- Drooling
- Vomiting
- Kidney irritation (large amounts)
What to Do
Rinse mouth. Monitor at home. Underground parts are most toxic but rarely accessed by pets. Most ingestions cause only mild GI upset.
About Begonia Rex
Rex Begonias are grown for their stunning patterned foliage in shades of silver, purple, pink, and red. Like all begonias, they contain soluble calcium oxalates. Leaf ingestion is mildly irritating; rhizome ingestion (rare) is more concerning.
Safe Alternatives
These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets: