True Lily
Veterinary Emergency
CATS: Veterinary emergency. Any exposure requires immediate vet care within 18 hours to prevent irreversible kidney failure. DOGS: Mild GI upset only.
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Plant Information
Easter Lily, Tiger Lily, Asiatic Lily, Stargazer Lily
Liliaceae
garden
Highly Toxic — Emergency Risk
Toxicity Details
all parts, pollen, water from vase
Unknown nephrotoxin
6 to 12 hours
severe
Symptoms to Watch For
- Vomiting
- Lethargy
- Loss of appetite
- Kidney failure (cats)
- Death within 3-7 days (cats)
What to Do
CATS: Veterinary emergency. Any exposure requires immediate vet care within 18 hours to prevent irreversible kidney failure. DOGS: Mild GI upset only.
Do not wait for symptoms. Call your vet or poison control immediately.
About True Lily
True Lilies are the single most dangerous plant for cats. Even minimal exposure — licking pollen off fur, drinking vase water — can cause fatal kidney failure. There is NO safe amount for cats.
Safe Alternatives
These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets: