Is grass-leaved bladderwort toxic to cats?

No — grass-leaved bladderwort 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. Utricularia graminifolia is not individually listed by ASPCA as toxic or non-toxic to cats or dogs. No toxic compounds are documented for the Utricularia genus. The microscopic bladder traps capture only tiny aquatic invertebrates. Safe for aquariums housing fish, shrimp, and other aquatic animals, and poses no poisoning risk to cats or dogs.

Yes — the ASPCA lists grass-leaved bladderwort 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: grass-leaved bladderwort is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full grass-leaved bladderwort 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.