Is Dionaea muscipula 'Red Dragon' toxic to cats?

No — dionaea muscipula 'red dragon' 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses (Venus Fly Trap, Dionaea muscipula). Chewing may cause at most mild gastrointestinal upset, and there is no toxic principle; the main risk is to the fragile plant rather than the pet.

Yes — the ASPCA lists dionaea muscipula 'red dragon' 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Dionaea muscipula 'Red Dragon' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full dionaea muscipula 'red dragon' pet-safety guide for both species.

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.