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Is Indian Laurel Fig Toxic to Dogs?

☠️ ToxicSeverity: Mild
✅ Cross-checked against veterinary poison-control guidance · Oct 2026 audit
⚠️ Educational info only. If your pet just chewed something and looks unwell, skip the reading and call your vet or Pet Poison Helpline (US): (855) 764-7661.
Yes, the Indian laurel fig is mildly toxic to dogs. The ficus latex in leaves and stems irritates the mouth and digestive tract.

Also known as: Indian Laurel, Laurel Fig, Chinese Banyan, Ficus Microcarpa · Ficus microcarpa

What makes it toxic

Ficin and latex compounds in the milky sap of all green parts, which inflame mucous membranes on contact and the gut when swallowed.

Warning signs to watch for

Drooling, lip licking, vomiting, mild diarrhea and occasional skin redness after contact with broken leaves or stems.

What to do if your dog eats it

Rinse the mouth, bathe sap off the coat and offer water. Call your vet if vomiting continues or the dog seems uncomfortable.

Common questions

My dog chewed a fallen leaf — serious?

Expect drooling and maybe one vomit. Monitor for a few hours and call the vet only if symptoms persist.

Is this hedge plant risky in a dog yard?

As a hedge it is usually just browsed occasionally, but pruning debris carries concentrated latex. Rake clippings promptly.

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This page is general educational information, not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Every pet is different — if your animal ate something concerning, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away. Checking what your pet can eat? Visit our sister site SafeOrToxic.