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Is False Aralia toxic to cats?

Plerandra elegantissima

Non-toxic to cats

No — false aralia 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 False Aralia (Dizygotheca elegantissima, family Araliaceae) as Non-Toxic to Dogs, Cats and Horses, with toxic principles recorded as "Non-toxic." Note it is unrelated in toxicity to the true Schefflera (umbrella plant), which the ASPCA lists as toxic, so don't confuse the two — verify by botanical name when buying.

Is false aralia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is false aralia toxic to cats?

No — false aralia 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 False Aralia (Dizygotheca elegantissima, family Araliaceae) as Non-Toxic to Dogs, Cats and Horses, with toxic principles recorded as "Non-toxic." Note it is unrelated in toxicity to the true Schefflera (umbrella plant), which the ASPCA lists as toxic, so don't confuse the two — verify by botanical name when buying.

Is false aralia safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists false aralia 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 false aralia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: False Aralia is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full false aralia 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 false aralia pet-safety