Pet safety
Is Mother of Hundreds toxic to cats?
Mammillaria compressa
No — mother of hundreds 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 Mammillaria as non-toxic to cats and dogs. The spines are sharp and can cause mechanical injury to curious pets; place the plant where animals cannot easily access it.
Is mother of hundreds toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is mother of hundreds toxic to cats?
No — mother of hundreds 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 Mammillaria as non-toxic to cats and dogs. The spines are sharp and can cause mechanical injury to curious pets; place the plant where animals cannot easily access it.
Is mother of hundreds safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists mother of hundreds 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 mother of hundreds toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Mother of Hundreds is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full mother of hundreds 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 mother of hundreds pet-safety
- Is mother of hundreds toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is mother of hundreds toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete mother of hundreds care guide