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Is Hildebrands Basket Vine toxic to cats?

Aeschynanthus hildebrandii

Non-toxic to cats

No — hildebrands basket vine 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. The ASPCA lists Aeschynanthus humilis (lipstick plant) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. A. hildebrandii belongs to the same genus (Gesneriaceae family) and is not known to contain any toxic principles. Gesneriads as a family are generally considered non-toxic.

Is hildebrands basket vine toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hildebrands basket vine toxic to cats?

No — hildebrands basket vine 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. The ASPCA lists Aeschynanthus humilis (lipstick plant) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. A. hildebrandii belongs to the same genus (Gesneriaceae family) and is not known to contain any toxic principles. Gesneriads as a family are generally considered non-toxic.

Is hildebrands basket vine safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists hildebrands basket vine 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 hildebrands basket vine toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hildebrands Basket Vine is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full hildebrands basket vine 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 hildebrands basket vine pet-safety