Heartleaf Philodendron
Not listed does not mean safe.
KENPEI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo source · shows: Philodendron hederaceum
Philodendron hederaceum
Also known as: Cordatum, Sweetheart Plant
Family: Araceae · ASPCA plant record
Verdict at a glance
Evidence by animal
| Animal | Verdict | Basis | Plant parts | Sources | Evidence link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Companion mammals | |||||
| Cats | Cats: ⚠ Toxic | Not specified | ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control | evidence | |
| Dogs | Dogs: ⚠ Toxic | Not specified | ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control | evidence | |
| Horses & livestock | |||||
| Horses | Horses: ⚠ Toxic | Not specified | ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control | evidence | |
| Birds | |||||
| Budgerigars (budgies) | Budgerigars (budgies): ! Caution | Frontiers 2025 review: genus-level, shown as caution | Not specified | evidence | |
Source excerpts
ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants — Cats, Dogs, Horses
poison-control
Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses
Source checked 2026-10-26
Read original sourceAvian toxicoses: a review (Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 2025) — Budgerigars (budgies)
peer-reviewed
Frontiers 2025 review: genus-level, shown as caution · Table 2, "Some plants are toxic to pet birds" (C = clinical report, E = experimental). Basis: experimental. The source names only the genus (Philodendron), not Philodendron hederaceum specifically, so this is shown as caution.
Philodendron | Budgerigars (E)
Source checked 2026-10-27
Read original sourceNo evidence collected in this database yet for 19 animals
No evidence collected in this database yet for: Rabbits, Guinea pigs, Hamsters, Rats, Mice, Chinchillas, Ferrets, Pet birds (general), Parrots (macaws, Amazons, African greys…), Cockatiels, Lovebirds, Canaries, Finches, Pigeons & doves, Tortoises, Bearded dragons, Iguanas, Goats, Chickens & other poultry
No supported claim has been collected for these animals. Not listed does not mean safe; do not infer suitability from another species.
Toxic principles
ASPCA, as published: Insoluble calcium oxalates Source
Clinical signs
ASPCA, as published: Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing Source
More from veterinary sources
Last verified (ASPCA record): 2026-10-26. Source access dates and limitations.
Similar plants (same family)
Shared family is not a shared verdict. Check each plant separately.