Pet safety
Is Easter Lily Cactus toxic to cats?
Echinopsis eyriesii
No — easter lily cactus 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 Easter Lily Cactus (Echinopsis multiplex) as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses with no toxic principles, which applies to this same Echinopsis genus. Note that despite the common name it is unrelated to true lilies (Lilium), which are deadly to cats; this cactus carries no such toxin. The only caution is the spines, which can injure a pet physically.
Is easter lily cactus toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is easter lily cactus toxic to cats?
No — easter lily cactus 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 Easter Lily Cactus (Echinopsis multiplex) as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses with no toxic principles, which applies to this same Echinopsis genus. Note that despite the common name it is unrelated to true lilies (Lilium), which are deadly to cats; this cactus carries no such toxin. The only caution is the spines, which can injure a pet physically.
Is easter lily cactus safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists easter lily cactus 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 easter lily cactus toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Easter Lily Cactus is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full easter lily cactus 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 easter lily cactus pet-safety
- Is easter lily cactus toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is easter lily cactus toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete easter lily cactus care guide