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Is Costa Rican Goldfish Vine toxic to cats?

Columnea consanguinea

Non-toxic to cats

No — costa rican goldfish vine 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. The ASPCA lists the Gold-Fish Plant (Columnea / Hypocyrta) as non-toxic to dogs and cats. C. consanguinea belongs to the same genus in the Gesneriaceae family. No toxic principles are reported for Columnea species.

Is costa rican goldfish vine toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is costa rican goldfish vine toxic to cats?

No — costa rican goldfish vine 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. The ASPCA lists the Gold-Fish Plant (Columnea / Hypocyrta) as non-toxic to dogs and cats. C. consanguinea belongs to the same genus in the Gesneriaceae family. No toxic principles are reported for Columnea species.

Is costa rican goldfish vine safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists costa rican goldfish vine 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 costa rican goldfish vine toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Costa Rican Goldfish Vine is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full costa rican goldfish vine 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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