Pet safety
Is Four-Leaf Water Clover toxic to cats?
Marsilea mutica
No — four-leaf water clover 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. Marsilea is a true fern and not individually listed by the ASPCA. Most true ferns are listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs, and no toxic compounds have been reported in Marsilea species.
Is four-leaf water clover toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is four-leaf water clover toxic to cats?
No — four-leaf water clover 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. Marsilea is a true fern and not individually listed by the ASPCA. Most true ferns are listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs, and no toxic compounds have been reported in Marsilea species.
Is four-leaf water clover safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists four-leaf water clover 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 four-leaf water clover toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Four-Leaf Water Clover is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full four-leaf water clover 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 four-leaf water clover pet-safety
- Is four-leaf water clover toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is four-leaf water clover toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete four-leaf water clover care guide