Is Herrenhausen Shield Fern toxic to cats?

No — herrenhausen shield fern 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. Polystichum (shield ferns) are confirmed non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA — Polystichum falcatum is individually listed as non-toxic on the ASPCA database. The 'Herrenhausen' cultivar of Polystichum setiferum shares this safe status; no toxic compounds are documented for this genus.

Yes — the ASPCA lists herrenhausen shield fern 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: Herrenhausen Shield Fern is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full herrenhausen shield fern 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.