Pet safety
Is Calathea Micans toxic to cats?
Goeppertia micans
No — calathea micans 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs (genus Calathea, family Marantaceae). Safe around pets; eating a large quantity of leaves might cause minor, short-lived digestive upset but no true poisoning.
Is calathea micans toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is calathea micans toxic to cats?
No — calathea micans 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs (genus Calathea, family Marantaceae). Safe around pets; eating a large quantity of leaves might cause minor, short-lived digestive upset but no true poisoning.
Is calathea micans safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists calathea micans 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 micans toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Calathea Micans is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full calathea micans 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 micans pet-safety
- Is calathea micans toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is calathea micans toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete calathea micans care guide