String of Dolphins

String of Dolphins

Curio x peregrinus
Dogs: Moderate Cats: Moderate

Plant Information

Dolphin Plant, Flying Dolphins, Senecio Dolphin

Asteraceae

houseplant

Moderately Toxic

Toxicity Details

all parts, sap

Pyrrolizidine alkaloids

1 to 4 hours

moderate

Symptoms to Watch For

  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Drooling
  • Lethargy
  • Liver damage (large amounts)

What to Do

Contact vet. Same toxicity profile as String of Pearls and String of Bananas. Monitor for signs of liver stress.

About String of Dolphins

String of Dolphins is a hybrid trailing succulent with dolphin-shaped leaves. Like its parent plants (String of Pearls and Candle Plant), it contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids toxic to pets.

Safe Alternatives

These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets:

✓ String of Hearts ✓ Burro's Tail ✓ Lipstick Plant

Related:

Is String of Dolphins toxic to dogs? Is String of Dolphins toxic to cats?

Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, Pet Poison Helpline, Merck Veterinary Manual. Plant image from Wikimedia Commons (CC). Not a substitute for veterinary advice. Last reviewed: June 2026.