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Is Pretty Peacock Ginger toxic to cats?

Kaempferia pulchra

Non-toxic to cats

No — pretty peacock ginger 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 the genus Kaempferia as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Ingestion of large quantities may cause transient gastrointestinal upset in sensitive animals.

Is pretty peacock ginger toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is pretty peacock ginger toxic to cats?

No — pretty peacock ginger 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 the genus Kaempferia as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Ingestion of large quantities may cause transient gastrointestinal upset in sensitive animals.

Is pretty peacock ginger safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists pretty peacock ginger 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 pretty peacock ginger toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pretty Peacock Ginger is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full pretty peacock ginger 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 pretty peacock ginger pet-safety