Is elephant bush toxic to dogs?
Portulacaria afra
No
No. Elephant bush is listed non-toxic to dogs by the ASPCA. Eating a large amount of any plant can still upset a dog's stomach.
If your dog has eaten some
- No specific treatment is needed for the plant itself.
- Watch for vomiting or loose stool, which any plant material can cause in quantity.
- Call your vet if signs persist beyond a day, or if your dog seems unwell in any other way.
What each authority says
What each authority says
- ASPCA
- No record page found under any name tested.
- NC State Extension
- No entry found.
The other animal
Looking for cats? See is elephant bush toxic to cats. Full care details are on the elephant bush species entry.
Sources
- Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Plants of the World Online — Portulacaria afra Accepted name and family. Checked 2026-09-12.
- Wikidata entity Q2481534 — entity identity, so this record can be matched against other databases.
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, (888) 426-4435 — emergency line, fee applies
Compiled and edited by Tony Valcarcel · 2026-09-11
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