Pet safety
Is Greater Pyramidal Saxifrage toxic to cats?
Saxifraga cotyledon
No — greater pyramidal saxifrage 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. Saxifraga species contain no known toxic principles for cats, dogs, or horses. Saxifraga cotyledon is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but belongs to a genus confirmed non-toxic (S. stolonifera listed by ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs). No toxic compounds have been reported in this species.
Is greater pyramidal saxifrage toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is greater pyramidal saxifrage toxic to cats?
No — greater pyramidal saxifrage 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. Saxifraga species contain no known toxic principles for cats, dogs, or horses. Saxifraga cotyledon is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but belongs to a genus confirmed non-toxic (S. stolonifera listed by ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs). No toxic compounds have been reported in this species.
Is greater pyramidal saxifrage safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists greater pyramidal saxifrage 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 greater pyramidal saxifrage toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Greater Pyramidal Saxifrage is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full greater pyramidal saxifrage 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 greater pyramidal saxifrage pet-safety
- Is greater pyramidal saxifrage toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is greater pyramidal saxifrage toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete greater pyramidal saxifrage care guide