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Is Queen of the Night Cereus toxic to cats?

Cereus hildmannianus

Non-toxic to cats

No — queen of the night cereus 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. Cereus is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA. The sharp spines are a physical hazard, but the plant contains no compounds known to be systemically toxic to pets.

Is queen of the night cereus toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is queen of the night cereus toxic to cats?

No — queen of the night cereus 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. Cereus is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA. The sharp spines are a physical hazard, but the plant contains no compounds known to be systemically toxic to pets.

Is queen of the night cereus safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists queen of the night cereus 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 queen of the night cereus toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Queen of the Night Cereus is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full queen of the night cereus 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.

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