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Is Pencil Cactus Rhipsalis toxic to cats?

Rhipsalis cereuscula

Non-toxic to cats

No — pencil cactus rhipsalis 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 Rhipsalis genus (mistletoe cacti) is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs; the ASPCA entry for Mistletoe Cactus (Rhipsalis cassutha) confirms non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. As with any houseplant, nibbling can still cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Is pencil cactus rhipsalis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is pencil cactus rhipsalis toxic to cats?

No — pencil cactus rhipsalis 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 Rhipsalis genus (mistletoe cacti) is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs; the ASPCA entry for Mistletoe Cactus (Rhipsalis cassutha) confirms non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. As with any houseplant, nibbling can still cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Is pencil cactus rhipsalis safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists pencil cactus rhipsalis 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 pencil cactus rhipsalis toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pencil Cactus Rhipsalis is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full pencil cactus rhipsalis 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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