The Clusia, also known as the balsam apple, comes from the Caribbean and delights with its lush green foliage. Unfortunately, cultivation is not without its dangers for cat owners. If the animals swallow the juice of the plant, symptoms of poisoning can occur.
When cats have a tasty alternative, they don't nibble on the poisonous Clusia
Toxicity information
- The plant sap it contains is poisonous
- toxic to humans and animals
- mainly causes skin irritation or allergic reactions in humans
protective measures
Experts advise keeping poisonous plants out of the reach of pets. However, anyone who owns a cat knows that hardly any place is safe from the curious climbers. In kittens in particular, the instinct to distinguish poisonous from non-poisonous plants is not yet fully developed. So what to do if you still don't want to go without a Clusia?
offer alternatives
Experience has shown that cats avoid poisonous plants if they have a better alternative. Cat grass is highly recommended. House tigers love both the smell and the taste of the sweet grass and are guaranteed to lose any interest in other plants. You can easily grow the easy-care plant on the windowsill.