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Is Ctenanthe Setosa 'Grey Star' toxic to cats?

Ctenanthe setosa 'Grey Star'

Non-toxic to cats

No — ctenanthe setosa 'grey star' 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 lists the prayer-plant family (Ctenanthe, Calathea/Goeppertia, Maranta, Stromanthe) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. No toxic principle is present; a curious nibble may still cause mild, transient stomach upset from the fibrous foliage.

Is ctenanthe setosa 'grey star' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is ctenanthe setosa 'grey star' toxic to cats?

No — ctenanthe setosa 'grey star' 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 lists the prayer-plant family (Ctenanthe, Calathea/Goeppertia, Maranta, Stromanthe) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. No toxic principle is present; a curious nibble may still cause mild, transient stomach upset from the fibrous foliage.

Is ctenanthe setosa 'grey star' safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists ctenanthe setosa 'grey star' 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 ctenanthe setosa 'grey star' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Ctenanthe Setosa 'Grey Star' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full ctenanthe setosa 'grey star' 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.

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