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Is Lehmann's Ice Plant toxic to cats?

Delosperma lehmannii

Non-toxic to cats

No — lehmann's ice 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. Delosperma lehmannii is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Delosperma belongs to Aizoaceae, which has no recognised toxic-plant signals such as calcium oxalates, bufadienolides, or saponins, and is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Is lehmann's ice plant toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is lehmann's ice plant toxic to cats?

No — lehmann's ice 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. Delosperma lehmannii is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Delosperma belongs to Aizoaceae, which has no recognised toxic-plant signals such as calcium oxalates, bufadienolides, or saponins, and is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Is lehmann's ice plant safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists lehmann's ice 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 lehmann's ice plant toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lehmann's Ice Plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full lehmann's ice 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.

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