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Is Nest Air Plant toxic to cats?

Tillandsia nidus

Non-toxic to cats

No — nest air plant 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 Tillandsia species as non-toxic to cats and dogs; ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset from plant material but no toxic compounds are present.

Is nest air plant toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is nest air plant toxic to cats?

No — nest air plant 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 Tillandsia species as non-toxic to cats and dogs; ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset from plant material but no toxic compounds are present.

Is nest air plant safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists nest air plant 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 nest air plant toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Nest Air Plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full nest air plant 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 nest air plant pet-safety