Pet safety
Is Gasteria Batesiana toxic to cats?
Gasteria batesiana
No — gasteria batesiana 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. Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. (Gasteria is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the genus has no toxic members and is widely regarded as pet-safe). It contains no insoluble calcium oxalates; consuming a large amount of its fibrous foliage may cause only mild, transient gastrointestinal upset.
Is gasteria batesiana toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is gasteria batesiana toxic to cats?
No — gasteria batesiana 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. Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. (Gasteria is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the genus has no toxic members and is widely regarded as pet-safe). It contains no insoluble calcium oxalates; consuming a large amount of its fibrous foliage may cause only mild, transient gastrointestinal upset.
Is gasteria batesiana safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists gasteria batesiana 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 gasteria batesiana toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Gasteria Batesiana is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full gasteria batesiana 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 gasteria batesiana pet-safety
- Is gasteria batesiana toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is gasteria batesiana toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete gasteria batesiana care guide