Is Cuban Cigar Calathea toxic to cats?

No — cuban cigar calathea 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 Calathea (Calathea spp., family Marantaceae) as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses, and the related Calathea insignis (prayer plant) is also ASPCA non-toxic. Calathea lutea is not individually named on the ASPCA database, but it falls under the non-toxic Calathea genus listing (no Calathea species is listed as toxic); as always, verify with your vet and discourage chewing, since fibrous leaves can still cause mild stomach upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists cuban cigar calathea 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: Cuban Cigar Calathea is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full cuban cigar calathea 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.