Pet safety
Is Large-cloaked Stelis toxic to cats?
Stelis megachlamys
No — large-cloaked stelis 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. Stelis belongs to the Orchidaceae family. Orchids are broadly listed as non-toxic by the ASPCA; Stelis megachlamys is not individually listed, but the genus and family have no known toxic principles. Ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in sensitive pets.
Is large-cloaked stelis toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is large-cloaked stelis toxic to cats?
No — large-cloaked stelis 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. Stelis belongs to the Orchidaceae family. Orchids are broadly listed as non-toxic by the ASPCA; Stelis megachlamys is not individually listed, but the genus and family have no known toxic principles. Ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in sensitive pets.
Is large-cloaked stelis safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists large-cloaked stelis 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 large-cloaked stelis toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Large-cloaked Stelis is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full large-cloaked stelis 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 large-cloaked stelis pet-safety
- Is large-cloaked stelis toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is large-cloaked stelis toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete large-cloaked stelis care guide