Plant Description:

1. Leaves arise from bulb structure in the ground; usually broad and long with parallel veins

2. Flower is conical in shape and usually white in the Easter Lily

Toxic Principle:

1. The toxic principle is unknown but primary effect is on gut and kidneys

Disease:

1. Problem usually occurs in cats

2. Onset time is less than 12 hours

3. Vomiting and loss of appetite

4. Frequent urination, dehydration, depression

Treatment:

1. Symptomatic treatment

2. Prognosis good if treatment is early but poor if kidney problems have developed before treatment