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Is Lawn Pennywort toxic to cats?

Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides

Non-toxic to cats

No — lawn pennywort 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. Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic Plants database. The broader genus Hydrocotyle has no documented mammalian toxicity; it is widely used in aquariums and paludariums alongside fish, shrimp, and amphibians without reported harm.

Is lawn pennywort toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is lawn pennywort toxic to cats?

No — lawn pennywort 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. Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic Plants database. The broader genus Hydrocotyle has no documented mammalian toxicity; it is widely used in aquariums and paludariums alongside fish, shrimp, and amphibians without reported harm.

Is lawn pennywort safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists lawn pennywort 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 lawn pennywort toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lawn Pennywort is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full lawn pennywort 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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