Is Columnea 'Light Prince' toxic to cats?

No — columnea 'light prince' 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. Columnea is not individually named on the ASPCA list, but it belongs to the Gesneriaceae family alongside ASPCA-listed non-toxic relatives (African violet, gloxinia, lipstick plant), which are pet-safe; goldfish plants are widely regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Discourage nibbling, as any plant can cause mild stomach upset, and verify with a vet if your pet has eaten any.

Yes — the ASPCA lists columnea 'light prince' 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Columnea 'Light Prince' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full columnea 'light prince' pet-safety guide for both species.

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.