The coffee tree has saponins contained in its bark and foliage, which are poisonous to dogs and other pets. ... The side effects of coffee tree poisoning are nausea, vomiting, depression, and contact dermatitis if the sap gets on the skin.
Ingestion of 14 milligrams of caffeine per pound of body weight can lead to signs of restlessness and agitation in dogs and cats, Mazzaferro says, while higher doses (23-27 milligrams per pound of body weight) can lead to cardiotoxicity.Feb 19, 2018
Can I grow a coffee plant in my house?
Coffee plants can be grown indoors and outdoors, so you have options whether you live in a small apartment or have a sprawling backyard. If you choose to grow it inside, make sure not to put it in an area of direct sunlight, as it prefers diffused sunlight.Nov 4, 2019
Are coffee leaves poisonous?
Is the coffee plant toxic? Yes. All parts except the fruit and its seed that are processed into coffee beans are toxic to humans, cats and dogs and cause vomiting and diarrhea.Feb 17, 2020
Can I eat coffee plant leaves?
The fruits of the plant, typically called cherries (though they're not related to the stone fruit cherries we commonly eat), are edible, and a beverage called cascara can be made from their dried husks. But the leaves are typically ignored.Mar 6, 2015