Is Lantana poisonous to dogs or cats?

Lantana

  • Scientific Name: Lantana camara
  • Also Known As: Lantana, shrub verbena, yellow sage, bunchberry
  • Is It Toxic? Yes
  • Toxins: Unripe berries most toxic; pentacyclic triterpenes lantadene A and B, 0.5%-2.2% dry weight, in leaves
  • Symptoms: Vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, ataxia, depression, cholestasis, bilirubinemia, hepatic damage, lethargy, coma, death
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Lantana has a high concentration of a powerful irritant toxin called lantadene A and B. It can cause vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, depression, ataxia, lethargy, cardiac arrhythmia, liver disease, and coma in dogs and cats. If your pet has ingested this plant, please contact your veterinarian immediately.

What is Lantana?

Lantana camara is a wildflower that is native to the tropical regions of South and Central America. It grows to a height of 15-50 cm (6-20 in), with large leaves that can be 10-18 cm (4-7 in) long. The plant has a strong scent likened to that of citrus and other spices. Lantana is a perennial and invasive plant that is known for its medicinal, culinary, and cosmetic properties.