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Not listed does not mean safe.
Jack Dykinga, USDA · Public domain · Photo source · shows: Prunus persica
Prunus persica
Also known as: Similar plants: Plum, Apricot, Cherry
Family: Rosaceae · ASPCA plant record
Verdict at a glance
Evidence by animal
| Animal | Verdict | Basis | Plant parts | Sources | Evidence link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Companion mammals | |||||
| Cats | Cats: ⚠ Toxic | Not specified | ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control | evidence | |
| Dogs | Dogs: ⚠ Toxic | Not specified | ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control | evidence | |
| Horses & livestock | |||||
| Horses | Horses: ⚠ Toxic | Not specified | ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control | evidence | |
| Goats | Goats: ! Caution | Cornell: genus-level listing | seeds, leaves | Cornell University University | evidence |
Source excerpts
ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants — Cats, Dogs, Horses
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Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses
Source checked 2026-10-27
Read original sourceCornell University — Plants Poisonous to Livestock — Goats
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Cornell: genus-level listing · seeds, leaves · Cornell lists Prunus spp.; parts poisonous: seeds, leaves; poison: amygdalin, prunasin. Cornell's entry is for the whole genus (Prunus spp.); it does not name Prunus persica specifically, so this is shown as caution.
Prunus spp. | Wild Cherries, Black Cherry, Bitter Cherry, Choke Cherry, Pin Cherry | horses, cattle, moose, sheep, swine, goats | seeds, leaves | amygdalin, prunasin
Source checked 2026-10-27
Read original sourceNo evidence collected in this database yet for 19 animals
No evidence collected in this database yet for: Rabbits, Guinea pigs, Hamsters, Rats, Mice, Chinchillas, Ferrets, Pet birds (general), Parrots (macaws, Amazons, African greys…), Budgerigars (budgies), Cockatiels, Lovebirds, Canaries, Finches, Pigeons & doves, Tortoises, Bearded dragons, Iguanas, Chickens & other poultry
No supported claim has been collected for these animals. Not listed does not mean safe; do not infer suitability from another species.
Toxic principles
ASPCA, as published: Cyanogenic glycosides found in some species Source
Clinical signs
ASPCA, as published: Stems, leaves, seeds contain cyanide, particularly toxic in the process of wilting: brick red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting, shock. Source
Last verified (ASPCA record): 2026-10-27. Source access dates and limitations.
Similar plants (same family)
Shared family is not a shared verdict. Check each plant separately.