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Very surprised to learn that the relatively unrelated day and true are BOTH bad for cats.
I looked up this "cat and lilies" problem and found this:
How to Spot Which Lilies are Dangerous to Cats & Plan Treatment
Cats appear to be the only species known to develop renal failure from lilies.
Both of the true lily plants, Lilium sp. and Hemerocallis sp., can produce severe toxicosis and acute kidney injury (AKI). In fact, all parts of the plant are toxic and there are documented cases where exposure to the pollen alone has caused AKI.
According to one study, 73% of owners whose cats were exposed to a lily didn’t even realize the plant was toxic to their pets.
Here is how you can spot renal toxic lilies and what signs to watch for.
Asiatic Lilies (Lilium sp.)
These lilies can be grown outside throughout most of the U.S. The leaves radiate off a central stem and they often have large, trumpet-shaped blooms in a wide range of colors, including yellow, white, orange, pink and red. Members of the Lilium sp. can produce severe toxicosis and AKI. All parts of the plants are toxic and there are documented cases where exposure to the pollen alone has caused AKI.
Daylilies (Hemerocallis sp.)
Daylily flowers will often appear similar to Lilium sp. flowers. The main difference is the foliage, which appears almost grassy. Hemerocallis sp. have the same concerns as Lilium sp. and can produce severe toxicosis and AKI. All parts of the plant are toxic and there are documented cases where exposure to the pollen alone has caused AKI.
Peace Lilies (Spathiphyllum)
Peace lilies have green, waxy leaves. They also have a very distinct flower which is typically white, but can also be yellow or green. Peace Lilies contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. When chewed by an animal, there are immediate signs from the physical irritation of the crystals. You may see oral pain, hypersalivation, vomiting or diarrhea. Swelling may occur in the oral cavity, pharynx and tongue.
Lily of the Valley (Convallaria sp.)
Lily of the Valley typically have two green, glossy leaves per plant. They grow in close groups, so it often looks like there are a large number of leaves. The flowers are white or pink and bell shaped. They grow on a single stalk and appear in early spring. While these lilies are not renally toxic, severe clinical signs may still be seen. They contain cardenolides and are cardiotoxic. The toxin is extremely potent, and all plant parts are toxic. There may be vomiting, arrhythmias, decreased CO, weak pulse, hyperkalemia and possibly death. Treatment is largely symptomatic and supportive. If signs are severe, Digibind (Digoxin Immune Fab) can be considered for treatment.
Move Fast
While it only takes a small exposure to potentially cause acute kidney injury, if the exposure is caught quickly, steps can be taken to ward off life-threatening problems.
https://www.aspcapro.org/resource/how-spot-which-lilies-are-dangerous-cats-plan-treatment
From the Food and Drug Administration:
Cats are curious creatures by nature. They love to play, jump, and roam around the house or yard, but sometimes their inquisitive personalities get the best of them. They’re just drawn to that beautiful bouquet of stargazer lilies on your kitchen table or the colorful cluster of daylilies in your garden.
Lilies are extremely popular around the world and are commonly seen in garden beds and borders and in bouquets. While their flowers are lovely to see and smell, lilies pose a significant safety threat for your cat.
Lilies in the “true lily” and “daylily” families are very dangerous for cats. The entire lily plant is toxic: the stem, leaves, flowers, pollen, and even the water in a vase. Eating just a small amount of a leaf or flower petal, licking a few pollen grains off its fur while grooming, or drinking the water from the vase can cause your cat to develop fatal kidney failure in less than 3 days. The toxin, which only affects cats, has not been identified. Dogs that eat lilies may have minor stomach upset but they don’t develop kidney failure.
https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterina...lilies-and-curious-cats-dangerous-combination
[even tho the day lily and true lily are not closely related, having a different genus, they both harm cats.]
https://qctimes.com/lilies-daylilie...cle_09a38f0c-c51a-11e0-aac8-001cc4c03286.html
"Yes, there is a difference between lilies and daylilies. They are of different genera and have different characteristics. Lilies, for example, grow from bulbs, while daylilies grow from roots."
I looked up this "cat and lilies" problem and found this:
How to Spot Which Lilies are Dangerous to Cats & Plan Treatment
Cats appear to be the only species known to develop renal failure from lilies.
Both of the true lily plants, Lilium sp. and Hemerocallis sp., can produce severe toxicosis and acute kidney injury (AKI). In fact, all parts of the plant are toxic and there are documented cases where exposure to the pollen alone has caused AKI.
According to one study, 73% of owners whose cats were exposed to a lily didn’t even realize the plant was toxic to their pets.
Here is how you can spot renal toxic lilies and what signs to watch for.
Asiatic Lilies (Lilium sp.)
These lilies can be grown outside throughout most of the U.S. The leaves radiate off a central stem and they often have large, trumpet-shaped blooms in a wide range of colors, including yellow, white, orange, pink and red. Members of the Lilium sp. can produce severe toxicosis and AKI. All parts of the plants are toxic and there are documented cases where exposure to the pollen alone has caused AKI.
Daylilies (Hemerocallis sp.)
Daylily flowers will often appear similar to Lilium sp. flowers. The main difference is the foliage, which appears almost grassy. Hemerocallis sp. have the same concerns as Lilium sp. and can produce severe toxicosis and AKI. All parts of the plant are toxic and there are documented cases where exposure to the pollen alone has caused AKI.
Peace Lilies (Spathiphyllum)
Peace lilies have green, waxy leaves. They also have a very distinct flower which is typically white, but can also be yellow or green. Peace Lilies contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. When chewed by an animal, there are immediate signs from the physical irritation of the crystals. You may see oral pain, hypersalivation, vomiting or diarrhea. Swelling may occur in the oral cavity, pharynx and tongue.
Lily of the Valley (Convallaria sp.)
Lily of the Valley typically have two green, glossy leaves per plant. They grow in close groups, so it often looks like there are a large number of leaves. The flowers are white or pink and bell shaped. They grow on a single stalk and appear in early spring. While these lilies are not renally toxic, severe clinical signs may still be seen. They contain cardenolides and are cardiotoxic. The toxin is extremely potent, and all plant parts are toxic. There may be vomiting, arrhythmias, decreased CO, weak pulse, hyperkalemia and possibly death. Treatment is largely symptomatic and supportive. If signs are severe, Digibind (Digoxin Immune Fab) can be considered for treatment.
Move Fast
While it only takes a small exposure to potentially cause acute kidney injury, if the exposure is caught quickly, steps can be taken to ward off life-threatening problems.
https://www.aspcapro.org/resource/how-spot-which-lilies-are-dangerous-cats-plan-treatment
From the Food and Drug Administration:
Cats are curious creatures by nature. They love to play, jump, and roam around the house or yard, but sometimes their inquisitive personalities get the best of them. They’re just drawn to that beautiful bouquet of stargazer lilies on your kitchen table or the colorful cluster of daylilies in your garden.
Lilies are extremely popular around the world and are commonly seen in garden beds and borders and in bouquets. While their flowers are lovely to see and smell, lilies pose a significant safety threat for your cat.
Lilies in the “true lily” and “daylily” families are very dangerous for cats. The entire lily plant is toxic: the stem, leaves, flowers, pollen, and even the water in a vase. Eating just a small amount of a leaf or flower petal, licking a few pollen grains off its fur while grooming, or drinking the water from the vase can cause your cat to develop fatal kidney failure in less than 3 days. The toxin, which only affects cats, has not been identified. Dogs that eat lilies may have minor stomach upset but they don’t develop kidney failure.
https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterina...lilies-and-curious-cats-dangerous-combination
[even tho the day lily and true lily are not closely related, having a different genus, they both harm cats.]
https://qctimes.com/lilies-daylilie...cle_09a38f0c-c51a-11e0-aac8-001cc4c03286.html
"Yes, there is a difference between lilies and daylilies. They are of different genera and have different characteristics. Lilies, for example, grow from bulbs, while daylilies grow from roots."
Makes me sick thinking about it right now. We live by Weiss Lake in Centre, AL, known as the Crappie Capital of the World. (I don’t know if that’s true, I’m only repeating what the sign says driving into town.) However, when we bought our place 12 years ago, my oldest son purchased a boat, so he could fish. I just thought I’d help him out by saving the worms for bait. Well, needless to say, so far I’ve never eaten any fresh fish, that I dearly love, from Weiss Lake. The boat he bought is a “bass boat” and the bait he uses are frigging “lures.” 
Now what kind of a fisherman never brings home fresh fish? My son, that’s who. I’m just not used to this “fishing for sport” and throwing them back thing. Are you kidding me? 
I needed that laugh!!!!!
