Is Rouge plant poisonous to dogs or cats?

Rouge plant

  • Scientific Name: Rivina humilis
  • Also Known As: Rouge plant, pigeon berry
  • Is It Toxic? Yes
  • Toxins: Unknown toxin similar to phytolaccatoxin
  • Symptoms: Vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea
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Rouge plant (Rivina humilis) is a plant that is poisonous to dogs and cats. The toxin in this plant has not been identified, but it is related to the toxin phytolaccatoxin. Clinical signs of rouge plant poisoning in dogs and cats include vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If your pet ingests this plant, call your veterinarian or the Pet Poison Helpline.

What is Rouge plant?

The red plant is a perennial herb in the Petiveriaceae family. Plants in this family are commonly known as the red grape. The red plant grows to a height of 5-15 cm (2-6 in) and is widely distributed world-wide. It typically grows in arid and semi-arid regions. The red plant is a source of the natural flavoring agent rosin.