Pet safety
Is Calathea Freddie toxic to cats?
Goeppertia concinna 'Freddie'
No — calathea freddie 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. Pet-safe. The ASPCA lists the genus (Calathea spp., family Marantaceae) as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses, and Goeppertia concinna is the reclassified name for Calathea concinna, so it is covered; no Calathea/Goeppertia species is listed as toxic. As with any plant, nibbling can still cause mild stomach upset, so verify with your vet if a pet ingests a large amount.
Is calathea freddie toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is calathea freddie toxic to cats?
No — calathea freddie 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. Pet-safe. The ASPCA lists the genus (Calathea spp., family Marantaceae) as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses, and Goeppertia concinna is the reclassified name for Calathea concinna, so it is covered; no Calathea/Goeppertia species is listed as toxic. As with any plant, nibbling can still cause mild stomach upset, so verify with your vet if a pet ingests a large amount.
Is calathea freddie safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists calathea freddie 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 calathea freddie toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Calathea Freddie is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full calathea freddie 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 calathea freddie pet-safety
- Is calathea freddie toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is calathea freddie toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete calathea freddie care guide