Is Long Spider Orchid toxic to cats?

No — long spider orchid 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. Brassia is in the family Orchidaceae. The ASPCA lists numerous orchid genera as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Brassia is not individually named in the ASPCA database, but the genus has no known toxic principles and is consistent with the non-toxic orchid pattern. Ingestion of plant material may still cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists long spider orchid 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: Long Spider Orchid is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full long spider orchid 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.