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Is Oriental Ostrich Fern toxic to cats?

Matteuccia orientalis

Non-toxic to cats

No — oriental ostrich 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. Matteuccia orientalis is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Matteuccia belongs to Onocleaceae, a true fern family with no reported toxic principles to cats, dogs, or horses. Fiddleheads of M. struthiopteris are eaten by humans, further supporting the non-toxic nature of the genus.

Is oriental ostrich fern toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is oriental ostrich fern toxic to cats?

No — oriental ostrich 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. Matteuccia orientalis is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Matteuccia belongs to Onocleaceae, a true fern family with no reported toxic principles to cats, dogs, or horses. Fiddleheads of M. struthiopteris are eaten by humans, further supporting the non-toxic nature of the genus.

Is oriental ostrich fern safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists oriental ostrich 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 oriental ostrich fern toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Oriental Ostrich Fern is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full oriental ostrich 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 oriental ostrich fern pet-safety