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Is Ivory Cymbidium toxic to cats?

Cymbidium eburneum

Non-toxic to cats

No — ivory cymbidium 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. Cymbidium is not individually listed by the ASPCA for this species, but the genus belongs to Orchidaceae and has no known toxic principles. Multiple orchid genera evaluated by the ASPCA are classified as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Ingestion of plant material should still be discouraged.

Is ivory cymbidium toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is ivory cymbidium toxic to cats?

No — ivory cymbidium 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. Cymbidium is not individually listed by the ASPCA for this species, but the genus belongs to Orchidaceae and has no known toxic principles. Multiple orchid genera evaluated by the ASPCA are classified as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Ingestion of plant material should still be discouraged.

Is ivory cymbidium safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists ivory cymbidium 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 ivory cymbidium toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Ivory Cymbidium is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full ivory cymbidium 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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