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Is Calathea Warscewiczii Velvet Touch toxic to cats?

Goeppertia warscewiczii 'Velvet Touch'

Non-toxic to cats

No — calathea warscewiczii velvet touch 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. Calathea/Goeppertia (prayer plants) are confirmed non-toxic by the ASPCA, so 'Velvet Touch' is pet-safe; chewing leaves may still cause mild, short-lived stomach upset.

Is calathea warscewiczii velvet touch toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is calathea warscewiczii velvet touch toxic to cats?

No — calathea warscewiczii velvet touch 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. Calathea/Goeppertia (prayer plants) are confirmed non-toxic by the ASPCA, so 'Velvet Touch' is pet-safe; chewing leaves may still cause mild, short-lived stomach upset.

Is calathea warscewiczii velvet touch safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists calathea warscewiczii velvet touch 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 warscewiczii velvet touch toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Calathea Warscewiczii Velvet Touch is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full calathea warscewiczii velvet touch 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 warscewiczii velvet touch pet-safety