Is Brazilian Araucaria toxic to cats?

No — brazilian araucaria 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. The ASPCA lists Araucaria (family Araucariaceae, as 'Australian Pine', Araucaria heterophylla) as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, and the Paraná pine is in the same genus. The seeds (pinhão) are edible for people once cooked. Foliage is very sharp, so the main hazard to pets is mechanical injury rather than poisoning.

Yes — the ASPCA lists brazilian araucaria 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: Brazilian Araucaria is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full brazilian araucaria 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.