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Is Long-Horned Ginger Lily toxic to cats?

Hedychium longicornutum

Non-toxic to cats

No — long-horned ginger lily 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. The ASPCA lists Hedychium coronarium and Hedychium gardnerianum as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; Hedychium longicornutum belongs to the same genus with no identified toxic principles, and is considered non-toxic.

Is long-horned ginger lily toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is long-horned ginger lily toxic to cats?

No — long-horned ginger lily 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. The ASPCA lists Hedychium coronarium and Hedychium gardnerianum as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; Hedychium longicornutum belongs to the same genus with no identified toxic principles, and is considered non-toxic.

Is long-horned ginger lily safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists long-horned ginger lily 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 long-horned ginger lily toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Long-Horned Ginger Lily is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full long-horned ginger lily 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 long-horned ginger lily pet-safety