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Is Streptocarpus 'Polka-Dot Purple' toxic to cats?

Streptocarpus 'Polka-Dot Purple'

Non-toxic to cats

No — streptocarpus 'polka-dot purple' 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. Cape primrose (Streptocarpus spp.) is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Like its relative the African violet, this gesneriad carries no known toxic principle, though nibbling any houseplant can cause mild, transient stomach upset.

Is streptocarpus 'polka-dot purple' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is streptocarpus 'polka-dot purple' toxic to cats?

No — streptocarpus 'polka-dot purple' 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. Cape primrose (Streptocarpus spp.) is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Like its relative the African violet, this gesneriad carries no known toxic principle, though nibbling any houseplant can cause mild, transient stomach upset.

Is streptocarpus 'polka-dot purple' safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists streptocarpus 'polka-dot purple' 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 streptocarpus 'polka-dot purple' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Streptocarpus 'Polka-Dot Purple' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full streptocarpus 'polka-dot purple' 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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