Pet safety
Is Alpine Water Fern toxic to cats?
Blechnum fluviatile
No — alpine water fern is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Not individually listed by the ASPCA. Blechnum belongs to the Blechnaceae family of true ferns, which are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Is alpine water fern toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is alpine water fern toxic to cats?
No — alpine water fern is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Not individually listed by the ASPCA. Blechnum belongs to the Blechnaceae family of true ferns, which are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Is alpine water fern safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists alpine water fern as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is alpine water fern toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Alpine Water Fern is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full alpine water fern pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for cats?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full alpine water fern pet-safety
- Is alpine water fern toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is alpine water fern toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete alpine water fern care guide