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Is Copper Leaf Plant toxic to cats?

Chrysothemis pulchella

Non-toxic to cats

No — copper leaf plant 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. Chrysothemis pulchella belongs to the family Gesneriaceae. Gesneriads as a family have no known toxic principles, and ASPCA lists several close relatives (Streptocarpus, Episcia, Aeschynanthus) as non-toxic. Chrysothemis is not individually listed by ASPCA, but the genus has no reported toxic compounds to cats, dogs, or horses.

Is copper leaf plant toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is copper leaf plant toxic to cats?

No — copper leaf plant 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. Chrysothemis pulchella belongs to the family Gesneriaceae. Gesneriads as a family have no known toxic principles, and ASPCA lists several close relatives (Streptocarpus, Episcia, Aeschynanthus) as non-toxic. Chrysothemis is not individually listed by ASPCA, but the genus has no reported toxic compounds to cats, dogs, or horses.

Is copper leaf plant safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists copper leaf plant 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 copper leaf plant toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Copper Leaf Plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full copper leaf plant 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 copper leaf plant pet-safety