Pet safety
Is Lady of the Night toxic to cats?
Brassavola nodosa
No — lady of the night 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. Brassavola nodosa is a member of Orchidaceae. Most orchids in this family are listed as non-toxic to dogs and cats by the ASPCA; Brassavola is not individually named but follows the broader orchid non-toxic pattern. No known toxins have been identified in this genus.
Is lady of the night toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is lady of the night toxic to cats?
No — lady of the night 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. Brassavola nodosa is a member of Orchidaceae. Most orchids in this family are listed as non-toxic to dogs and cats by the ASPCA; Brassavola is not individually named but follows the broader orchid non-toxic pattern. No known toxins have been identified in this genus.
Is lady of the night safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists lady of the night 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 lady of the night toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lady of the Night is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full lady of the night 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 lady of the night pet-safety
- Is lady of the night toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is lady of the night toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete lady of the night care guide