Schefflera spp.

Schefflera spp. is toxic to cats and dogs. The reported severity is mild. Also known as Umbrella Trees, Patē and Miniature Umbrella Tree.

dogs cats

Mild Moderate Severe Critical

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.

Symptoms to watch for

Vomiting Diarrhea Oral Irritation Drooling Difficulty Swallowing

The color of each symptom follows the severity scale above.

About

Schefflera is a genus of flowering plants in the family Araliaceae with 13 species native to New Zealand and some Pacific islands.

Common Names

  • Umbrella Trees
  • Patē
  • Miniature Umbrella Tree
  • Australian Umbrella Tree
  • Ivy Tree
  • Forest Fever Tree
  • Matchwood
  • False Aralia
  • False Cabbagetree
  • Bungaruau

Also recorded as schefflera.

Facts

Family
Araliaceae
Duration
Perennial
Growth habit
Shrub, Tree, Vine
In the wild
NZ, CO, PG, NC, ID, EC + more
Source
Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0
Elsewhere

Countries with the most wild observations, from GBIF data.