Pet safety
Is Rabbit Foot Fern 'Plumosa' toxic to cats?
Humata tyermannii
No — rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' 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 ASPCA lists Rabbit's Foot Fern (Davallia spp.) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Humata tyermannii is sold within the same rabbit's-foot-fern group of the Davalliaceae and shares this non-toxic status, so it is considered pet-safe. As with any plant, discourage nibbling to avoid mild stomach upset.
Is rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' toxic to cats?
No — rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' 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 ASPCA lists Rabbit's Foot Fern (Davallia spp.) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Humata tyermannii is sold within the same rabbit's-foot-fern group of the Davalliaceae and shares this non-toxic status, so it is considered pet-safe. As with any plant, discourage nibbling to avoid mild stomach upset.
Is rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' 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 rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Rabbit Foot Fern 'Plumosa' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' 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 rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' pet-safety
- Is rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete rabbit foot fern 'plumosa' care guide