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Is Hairy Bertolonia toxic to cats?

Bertolonia hirsuta

Non-toxic to cats

No — hairy bertolonia 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. Bertolonia belongs to Melastomataceae, a family with no documented toxic principles. It is not individually listed by the ASPCA; however, based on family profile, no toxicity risk is known for cats, dogs, or horses. As with any non-food plant, ingestion of large amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Is hairy bertolonia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hairy bertolonia toxic to cats?

No — hairy bertolonia 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. Bertolonia belongs to Melastomataceae, a family with no documented toxic principles. It is not individually listed by the ASPCA; however, based on family profile, no toxicity risk is known for cats, dogs, or horses. As with any non-food plant, ingestion of large amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Is hairy bertolonia safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists hairy bertolonia 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 hairy bertolonia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hairy Bertolonia is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full hairy bertolonia 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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