Pet safety
Is Chinese money plant toxic to cats?
Pilea peperomioides
No — chinese money 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. Pilea peperomioides is generally considered non-toxic and is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA.
Is chinese money plant toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is chinese money plant toxic to cats?
No — chinese money 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. Pilea peperomioides is generally considered non-toxic and is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA.
Is chinese money plant safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists chinese money 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 chinese money plant toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Chinese money plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full chinese money 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 chinese money plant pet-safety
- Is chinese money plant toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is chinese money plant toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete chinese money plant care guide