Pet safety
Is Heartleaf Foamflower toxic to cats?
Tiarella cordifolia
No — heartleaf foamflower 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. Tiarella cordifolia is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. It does not appear on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant list as a toxic species, and multiple veterinary and horticultural sources classify it as safe for pets. As with any plant, large quantities may cause mild GI upset, but no toxic compounds have been identified.
Is heartleaf foamflower toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is heartleaf foamflower toxic to cats?
No — heartleaf foamflower 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. Tiarella cordifolia is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. It does not appear on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant list as a toxic species, and multiple veterinary and horticultural sources classify it as safe for pets. As with any plant, large quantities may cause mild GI upset, but no toxic compounds have been identified.
Is heartleaf foamflower safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists heartleaf foamflower 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 heartleaf foamflower toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Heartleaf Foamflower is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full heartleaf foamflower 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 heartleaf foamflower pet-safety
- Is heartleaf foamflower toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is heartleaf foamflower toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete heartleaf foamflower care guide