Is Encyclia cordigera toxic to cats?

No — encyclia cordigera 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 genus Encyclia is ASPCA-grounded as non-toxic: the ASPCA individually lists the Florida Butterfly Orchid (Encyclia tampensis) as Non-Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, in line with its non-toxic listing for orchids generally (Phalaenopsis Orchid). Encyclia cordigera has no known toxic principle and is regarded as pet-safe. Overeating any plant can cause mild gastrointestinal upset, and chemical residues on the leaves are a bigger risk than the tissue itself.

Yes — the ASPCA lists encyclia cordigera 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: Encyclia cordigera is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full encyclia cordigera 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.