Is Flame violet toxic to cats?

No — flame violet 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. Episcia cupreata is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the genus is clean: the ASPCA lists Episcia reptans (Flame African Violet / Red African Violet, same Gesneriaceae family as African violet) as non-toxic to both dogs and cats, with no toxic Episcia members. Treat the genus as pet-safe, but confirm with your vet before relying on it, as individual pets can still react to nibbling foliage.

Yes — the ASPCA lists flame violet 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: Flame violet is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full flame violet 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.