Is Bird's Nest Fern toxic to cats?

No — bird's nest 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. Regarded as safe around cats and dogs. Asplenium nidus is not individually listed in the ASPCA toxic/non-toxic plant database, but its close relative in the same genus and family (Aspleniaceae), the Mother Fern, Asplenium bulbiferum, is listed by ASPCA as non-toxic to both cats and dogs, and true ferns generally contain no recognised toxic principle. As with any houseplant, nibbling fronds may still cause mild, transient stomach upset or vomiting, so discourage grazing.

Yes — the ASPCA lists bird's nest 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Bird's Nest Fern is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full bird's nest fern pet-safety guide for both species.

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.