Is Elephant bush toxic to cats?

No — elephant bush 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. Non-toxic to cats and dogs. Portulacaria afra (elephant bush) carries no recognised toxic principle and is widely documented as pet-safe — it is even grazed by tortoises in its native South Africa. It is not individually listed on the ASPCA database, but no authoritative source lists it as toxic; eating a large amount may cause mild, transient stomach upset simply from the volume of plant material, as with any non-toxic plant.

Yes — the ASPCA lists elephant bush 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: Elephant bush is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full elephant bush 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.