Pet safety
Is Chocolate Soldier episcia toxic to cats?
Episcia 'Chocolate Soldier'
No — chocolate soldier episcia 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. Episcia is a gesneriad (family Gesneriaceae) listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs and cats. 'Chocolate Soldier' is a cultivar of E. cupreata and shares the same non-toxic profile.
Is chocolate soldier episcia toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is chocolate soldier episcia toxic to cats?
No — chocolate soldier episcia 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. Episcia is a gesneriad (family Gesneriaceae) listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs and cats. 'Chocolate Soldier' is a cultivar of E. cupreata and shares the same non-toxic profile.
Is chocolate soldier episcia safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists chocolate soldier episcia 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 chocolate soldier episcia toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Chocolate Soldier episcia is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full chocolate soldier episcia 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 chocolate soldier episcia pet-safety
- Is chocolate soldier episcia toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is chocolate soldier episcia toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete chocolate soldier episcia care guide