Is Angel's Trumpet Toxic to Cats?

Brugmansia and Datura

Brugmansia and Datura contain scopolamine and hyoscyamine, the same class of compounds as deadly nightshade. Every part is toxic, including fallen flowers, which are large and tempting.

In the UK they live outdoors in summer and move into a conservatory or greenhouse for winter — both places a cat can reach.

Which parts are dangerous

• flowers
• leaves
• seeds
• nectar

What to watch for in the UK

• Grown on patios and in conservatories for its scent.
• Large trumpet flowers drop and are attractive to cats.
• Overwintered in greenhouses — a place cats explore.
• The nectar is toxic to people too, including children.

If your cat has already chewed it

1. Emergency vet immediately.
2. Take a fallen flower or photo.
3. Do not wait for symptoms; they can escalate sharply.

Take a photo of the plant, and a cutting if you can do it safely — identification is half of the vet's decision. Out of hours, use your practice's emergency number. This page explains risk; it cannot diagnose your cat and it contains no home treatments.

If your cat has vomited after eating a plant, see the cat vomiting guide and, if there is blood, vomiting blood. For a general red-flag checklist, use sick cat symptoms. If the worry is food rather than a plant, the can cats eat guide covers 36 everyday foods.

Related plants

Browse the full UK plant checklist (72 plants).