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Is Mexican Snowball toxic to cats?

Echeveria elegans

Non-toxic to cats

No — mexican snowball 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 individually lists Echeveria elegans (under the common names "Hens and Chickens, Mother Hens and Chicks") as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Note that several unrelated succulents sometimes mislabelled as "hens and chicks," such as jade (Crassula) and Kalanchoe, are toxic — so verify you have a true Echeveria.

Is mexican snowball toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is mexican snowball toxic to cats?

No — mexican snowball 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 individually lists Echeveria elegans (under the common names "Hens and Chickens, Mother Hens and Chicks") as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Note that several unrelated succulents sometimes mislabelled as "hens and chicks," such as jade (Crassula) and Kalanchoe, are toxic — so verify you have a true Echeveria.

Is mexican snowball safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists mexican snowball 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 mexican snowball toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Mexican Snowball is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full mexican snowball 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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