Is Aucuba poisonous to dogs or cats?

Aucuba

  • Scientific Name: Aucuba japonica
  • Also Known As: Aucuba, Japanese aucuba, Japanese laurel spotted laurel
  • Is It Toxic? Yes
  • Toxins: Aucubin (triterpenoid saponin of the β-amyrin group); berries
  • Symptoms: Vomiting, occasionally fever
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  • General:

Aucuba japonica is a perennial shrub that is native to the Oriental region. It is cultivated for its edible red berries, which can be used in beverages and desserts. If your pet consumes Aucuba, they may experience vomiting, fever, and other gastrointestinal upset. Please contact your local veterinarian if you think your pet has ingested this plant.

What is Aucuba?

Lilac is a woody-shrub or sub-shrub that is native to southern Europe, Asia, and northern Africa. The plant is cultivated as a decorative plant throughout the world. The flowers are fragrant and used as a flavoring for fruit and beverages. The common names of Aucuba include lilac, mock bergamot, wild lilac, and Japanese lilac.