Is Jade Plant Toxic to Cats?
Also known as: Baby Jade, Money Plant, Lucky Plant, Crassula Ovata · Crassula ovata
What makes it toxic
An unidentified toxin in the fleshy leaves and stems. Clinical reports show GI and neurologic signs, but the active compound has not been isolated.
Warning signs to watch for
Vomiting, drooling, loss of appetite, depression, and occasionally incoordination or a slow heart rate in heavier exposures.
What to do if your cat eats it
Remove access, offer water and call your vet. Get the cat seen if it vomits repeatedly, staggers or seems unusually slow — supportive care is the treatment.
Common questions
How much jade leaf is dangerous?
There is no established threshold since the toxin is unidentified. Any chewing beyond a curiosity lick warrants a vet call, especially in a small cat.
Is jade plant worse than kalanchoe?
No — kalanchoe carries cardiac glycosides and is the more dangerous succulent. Jade is a moderate concern, kalanchoe a serious one.
Are all Crassula species toxic?
Jade plant (Crassula ovata) has documented poisonings; data on other Crassula is thinner. Treat the genus as unsafe for chewers.
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This page is general educational information, not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Every pet is different — if your animal ate something concerning, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away. Checking what your pet can eat? Visit our sister site SafeOrToxic.