Risks
- Although African violet is considered a nontoxic plant to dogs, it carries mildly toxic compounds such as saponins and salicylates acid.
- Consuming African violet in large amounts can result in severe canine poisoning. Symptoms to watch out for are stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhea.
- Coming into contact with the sap and foliage of African violet can potentially trigger allergies in some dogs.