Dahlia spp. is toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The reported severity is moderate. Also known as Dahlias, Garden Dahlia and Red Dahlia.
If your animal ate this plant, call your veterinarian, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control on (888) 426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline on (855) 764-7661. Fees may apply.
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The color of each symptom follows the severity scale above.
Dahlia is a genus of bushy, tuberous, herbaceous perennial plants native to Mexico and Central America. Dahlias are members of the Asteraceae family of dicotyledonous plants, its relatives include the sunflower, daisy, chrysanthemum, and zinnia. There are 49 species of dahlia, with flowers in almost every hue, with hybrids commonly grown as garden plants.
Also recorded as Dahlia.
More from the Asteraceae family:
Countries with the most wild observations, from GBIF data.