Pet safety
Is Darwin's Orchid toxic to cats?
Angraecum sesquipedale
No — darwin's orchid 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. Angraecum sesquipedale is a member of Orchidaceae. The ASPCA broadly classifies orchids in this family as non-toxic to cats and dogs. No toxic compounds have been reported for Angraecum.
Is darwin's orchid toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is darwin's orchid toxic to cats?
No — darwin's orchid 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. Angraecum sesquipedale is a member of Orchidaceae. The ASPCA broadly classifies orchids in this family as non-toxic to cats and dogs. No toxic compounds have been reported for Angraecum.
Is darwin's orchid safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists darwin's orchid 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 darwin's orchid toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Darwin's Orchid is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full darwin's orchid 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 darwin's orchid pet-safety
- Is darwin's orchid toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is darwin's orchid toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete darwin's orchid care guide