Pet safety
Is Golden Polypody 'Davana' toxic to cats?
Phlebodium aureum 'Davana'
No — golden polypody 'davana' 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. Phlebodium is not individually named on the ASPCA list, but it is a true epiphytic fern of a genus the ASPCA records no toxic principle for, and the true ferns the ASPCA does list are classed non-toxic. Widely regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs; nibbling may still cause minor GI upset. If in any doubt, verify with a vet.
Is golden polypody 'davana' toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is golden polypody 'davana' toxic to cats?
No — golden polypody 'davana' 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. Phlebodium is not individually named on the ASPCA list, but it is a true epiphytic fern of a genus the ASPCA records no toxic principle for, and the true ferns the ASPCA does list are classed non-toxic. Widely regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs; nibbling may still cause minor GI upset. If in any doubt, verify with a vet.
Is golden polypody 'davana' safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists golden polypody 'davana' 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 golden polypody 'davana' toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Golden Polypody 'Davana' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full golden polypody 'davana' 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 golden polypody 'davana' pet-safety
- Is golden polypody 'davana' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is golden polypody 'davana' toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete golden polypody 'davana' care guide