Pet safety
Is Perez de la Rosa's Mammillaria toxic to cats?
Mammillaria perezdelarosae
No — perez de la rosa's mammillaria 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. Mammillaria perezdelarosae is not specifically listed by the ASPCA, but the genus Mammillaria falls within the true cacti group, which is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. Spines pose a physical injury risk.
Is perez de la rosa's mammillaria toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is perez de la rosa's mammillaria toxic to cats?
No — perez de la rosa's mammillaria 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. Mammillaria perezdelarosae is not specifically listed by the ASPCA, but the genus Mammillaria falls within the true cacti group, which is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. Spines pose a physical injury risk.
Is perez de la rosa's mammillaria safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists perez de la rosa's mammillaria 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 perez de la rosa's mammillaria toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Perez de la Rosa's Mammillaria is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full perez de la rosa's mammillaria 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 perez de la rosa's mammillaria pet-safety
- Is perez de la rosa's mammillaria toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is perez de la rosa's mammillaria toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete perez de la rosa's mammillaria care guide