Is Pleiospilos compactus toxic to cats?

No — pleiospilos compactus 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists the Pleiospilos genus as non-toxic via Pleiospilos bolusii ('Living Rock Cactus', family Aizoaceae); this closely related Pleiospilos species follows the genus and is not expected to cause poisoning. As with any plant, nibbling may cause mild, temporary stomach upset in some pets.

Yes — the ASPCA lists pleiospilos compactus 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: Pleiospilos compactus is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full pleiospilos compactus 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.