Ligularia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. The genus is native to Asia, and some species are cultivated as ornamental plants. Ligularia species contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), which are hepatotoxic (toxic to the liver). If your cat has eaten any part of a Ligularia plant, you should contact your veterinarian immediately. Symptoms of PA poisoning can include:
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Lethargy
- Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and gums)
- Abdominal pain
- Seizures
- Coma
- Death
PA poisoning can be fatal, so it is important to seek veterinary attention as soon as possible if you suspect that your cat has ingested any part of a Ligularia plant.
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