Poisoning by toxic plants in domestic animals, such as dogs and cats, is a common problem in domestic environments due to the presence of ornamental plants. Sansevieria trifasciata, known as snake plant, is one of the most popular ornamental plants, but it is also potentially dangerous due to the presence of toxic substances such as calcium oxalate, alkaloids and saponins. These compounds can cause everything from oral and gastrointestinal irritation to severe liver and kidney damage, and can lead to the death of the animal if not treated early.
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