Pet safety
Is Goeppertia Flamestar toxic to cats?
Goeppertia bella 'Flamestar'
No — goeppertia flamestar 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Goeppertia (formerly Calathea) and the wider prayer-plant family (Maranta, Ctenanthe, Stromanthe) are classified non-toxic by the ASPCA, making 'Flamestar' a safe choice for pet households. Large quantities may still cause mild, temporary digestive upset, as with any non-food plant.
Is goeppertia flamestar toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is goeppertia flamestar toxic to cats?
No — goeppertia flamestar 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Goeppertia (formerly Calathea) and the wider prayer-plant family (Maranta, Ctenanthe, Stromanthe) are classified non-toxic by the ASPCA, making 'Flamestar' a safe choice for pet households. Large quantities may still cause mild, temporary digestive upset, as with any non-food plant.
Is goeppertia flamestar safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists goeppertia flamestar 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 goeppertia flamestar toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Goeppertia Flamestar is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full goeppertia flamestar 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 goeppertia flamestar pet-safety
- Is goeppertia flamestar toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is goeppertia flamestar toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete goeppertia flamestar care guide