PlantsCaution
Lucky bamboo
Also known as: Dracaena sanderiana, ribbon plant, CNY bamboo
How dangerous is it?
DogMild
CatModerate
Monitor at home
Watch your pet closely for the next 24 hours. If vomiting, weakness or unusual behaviour appears, call us on +853 6677 6611.
Signs to watch for
- Drooling and vomiting
- Poor appetite
- Dilated pupils in cats
What to do
Remove access, offer water and monitor. Call us if vomiting repeats or your cat seems depressed; Dracaena affects cats more than dogs.
Macau note
A Chinese New Year staple in vases of water. It is not true bamboo; cats who chew the stalks or drink the vase water get sick.
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This guide is for general information only and does not replace a veterinary examination. When in doubt, always call the clinic.
Reviewed by the Royal Veterinary Center veterinary team.