Is Maranta Arundinacea toxic to cats?

No — maranta arundinacea 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs (also listed as Queensland arrowroot/Maranta). The genus Maranta is classified non-toxic by the ASPCA, with no calcium oxalates or toxic principles, and the cooked rhizome starch is a gentle, easily digested food. Large amounts of raw plant material may still cause mild stomach upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists maranta arundinacea 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: Maranta Arundinacea is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full maranta arundinacea 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.