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Is Narrow Holly Fern toxic to cats?

Cyrtomium lonchitoides

Non-toxic to cats

No — narrow holly fern 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 Cyrtomium genus is confirmed non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses by the ASPCA (for C. falcatum). C. lonchitoides belongs to the same genus and contains no known toxic principles. Not individually listed by ASPCA, but family (Dryopteridaceae) poses no reported toxic risk.

Is narrow holly fern toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is narrow holly fern toxic to cats?

No — narrow holly fern 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 Cyrtomium genus is confirmed non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses by the ASPCA (for C. falcatum). C. lonchitoides belongs to the same genus and contains no known toxic principles. Not individually listed by ASPCA, but family (Dryopteridaceae) poses no reported toxic risk.

Is narrow holly fern safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists narrow holly fern 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 narrow holly fern toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Narrow Holly Fern is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full narrow holly fern 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 narrow holly fern pet-safety