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Is Coleus Toxic To Dogs?

Poisonous Plants To Dogs

Yes, Coleus is toxic to dogs!

Dogs accidentally consuming the Coleus plants can show the following clinical symptoms: Vomiting, Prolonged Depression, Incoordination, Hypersalivaton, Sleepiness Or Excitation, Dilated Pupils, Low Body Temperature, Low Blood Pressure, Coma, Seizure And Death (In Rare Cases).

Coleus consumption is also toxic to Cats and Horses.

Toxic Principles Of Coleus: Essential Oils.

More Info About The Coleus Plant

Scientific Name: Coleus ampoinicus

Family: Labiatae.

Also known as: Indian Borage, Bread and Butter Plant, Spanish Thyme, East Indian Thyme, Stinging Thyme, Country Boarage; many others.

The answer is based on information found on The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) website.