Pet safety
Is Compton's Gibbaeum toxic to cats?
Gibbaeum comptonii
No — compton's gibbaeum 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. Gibbaeum is in the family Aizoaceae. The genus is not individually listed by ASPCA; however, related Aizoaceae mesembs (Lithops, Faucaria) are on the ASPCA non-toxic list and no toxic principles have been documented in the veterinary literature for Gibbaeum.
Is compton's gibbaeum toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is compton's gibbaeum toxic to cats?
No — compton's gibbaeum 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. Gibbaeum is in the family Aizoaceae. The genus is not individually listed by ASPCA; however, related Aizoaceae mesembs (Lithops, Faucaria) are on the ASPCA non-toxic list and no toxic principles have been documented in the veterinary literature for Gibbaeum.
Is compton's gibbaeum safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists compton's gibbaeum 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 compton's gibbaeum toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Compton's Gibbaeum is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full compton's gibbaeum 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 compton's gibbaeum pet-safety
- Is compton's gibbaeum toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is compton's gibbaeum toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete compton's gibbaeum care guide