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Is Japanese Timber Bamboo toxic to cats?

Phyllostachys bambusoides

Non-toxic to cats

No — japanese timber bamboo 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. Phyllostachys bambusoides is a true bamboo (Poaceae) and is non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The ASPCA lists true bamboo genera as non-toxic. Its young shoots (takenoko) are consumed as a food crop in Japan and widely eaten when properly prepared. Not to be confused with lucky bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana), which is mildly toxic.

Is japanese timber bamboo toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is japanese timber bamboo toxic to cats?

No — japanese timber bamboo 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. Phyllostachys bambusoides is a true bamboo (Poaceae) and is non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The ASPCA lists true bamboo genera as non-toxic. Its young shoots (takenoko) are consumed as a food crop in Japan and widely eaten when properly prepared. Not to be confused with lucky bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana), which is mildly toxic.

Is japanese timber bamboo safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists japanese timber bamboo 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 japanese timber bamboo toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Japanese Timber Bamboo is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full japanese timber bamboo 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 japanese timber bamboo pet-safety