§ Toxic plants · Moraceae · Checked Oct 2026
Is Chinese banyan toxic to cats and dogs?
Yes. Chinese banyan (Ficus microcarpa) is toxic to cats and dogs, according to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. Plant Smart rates its effects Critical, level 4 of 4.
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§ 010 · Signs
What to watch for
Signs include weak pulse, fast heartbeat, mouth irritation, drooling, trouble swallowing, vomiting, diarrhea, respiratory failure and seizures. Signs can start within hours; some take a day or more to show.
§ 020 · If it happened
What to do if your pet ate it
Call your vet or a pet poison hotline straight away, even if your pet seems fine: the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, (888) 426-4435, or Pet Poison Helpline, (855) 764-7661. Both are open 24 hours and charge a fee. Have the plant or a photo of it to hand, and don’t make your pet vomit unless a vet tells you to.
§ 030 · Same family
Other Moraceae plants toxic to pets
Chinese banyan belongs to the Moraceae family. ASPCA lists these relatives too.
§ 040 · Questions
Questions about Chinese banyan and pets
Is Chinese banyan toxic to cats?
Yes. ASPCA lists Chinese banyan as toxic to cats.
Is Chinese banyan toxic to dogs?
Yes. ASPCA lists Chinese banyan as toxic to dogs.
What happens if my pet eats Chinese banyan?
Signs include weak pulse, fast heartbeat, mouth irritation, drooling, trouble swallowing, vomiting, diarrhea, respiratory failure and seizures. Plant Smart rates it Critical, level 4 of 4.
What should I do if my pet ate it?
Call your vet or a pet poison hotline right away, even before signs appear: the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435, or Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764-7661. Both charge a fee. Have the plant, or a photo of it, to hand.
What else is Chinese banyan called?
Chinese banyan is also sold or known as malay banyan.