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Is 'Painted Mountain' Corn toxic to cats?

Zea mays 'Painted Mountain'

Non-toxic to cats

No — 'painted mountain' corn 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. True maize (Zea mays) is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant list and is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs; cobs pose a choking/obstruction hazard rather than a poisoning one. Do not confuse it with the ASPCA-toxic 'Corn Plant' (Dracaena fragrans), an unrelated houseplant containing saponins.

Is 'painted mountain' corn toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is 'painted mountain' corn toxic to cats?

No — 'painted mountain' corn 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. True maize (Zea mays) is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant list and is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs; cobs pose a choking/obstruction hazard rather than a poisoning one. Do not confuse it with the ASPCA-toxic 'Corn Plant' (Dracaena fragrans), an unrelated houseplant containing saponins.

Is 'painted mountain' corn safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists 'painted mountain' corn 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 'painted mountain' corn toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: 'Painted Mountain' Corn is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full 'painted mountain' corn 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.

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