Is Pacific Maid Maidenhair Fern toxic to cats?

No — pacific maid maidenhair 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. Adiantum raddianum (maidenhair fern) is confirmed non-toxic to cats and dogs. Multiple ASPCA-aligned horticultural references cite Adiantum as non-toxic to pets; the genus has no documented toxic compounds. Safe for households with cats, dogs, and children.

Yes — the ASPCA lists pacific maid maidenhair 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pacific Maid Maidenhair Fern is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full pacific maid maidenhair fern 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.