Pet safety answer · Cited to ASPCA
Is Cyclamen safe for dogs?
Why it's toxic
Toxic principles: Terpenoid saponins
Clinical signs in dogs: Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea. Following large ingestions of tubers: heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, death
Severity rating: moderate
Source
Classification per the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database entry for Cyclamen. Verified 2026-05-28. We update these answers when the source changes the classification.