Pet safety
Is Fred Ives toxic to cats?
Graptoveria 'Fred Ives'
No — fred ives 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. Graptoveria is a bigeneric hybrid of Graptopetalum and Echeveria. Both parent genera are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by ASPCA. Fred Ives is generally considered safe for pets; mild gastrointestinal upset is possible if eaten in large amounts but serious toxicity is not expected.
Is fred ives toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is fred ives toxic to cats?
No — fred ives 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. Graptoveria is a bigeneric hybrid of Graptopetalum and Echeveria. Both parent genera are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by ASPCA. Fred Ives is generally considered safe for pets; mild gastrointestinal upset is possible if eaten in large amounts but serious toxicity is not expected.
Is fred ives safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists fred ives 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 fred ives toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Fred Ives is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full fred ives 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 fred ives pet-safety
- Is fred ives toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is fred ives toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete fred ives care guide