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Is Purple Kiwi toxic to cats?

Actinidia purpurea

Non-toxic to cats

No — purple kiwi 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. Actinidia purpurea is not individually listed by ASPCA, but Actinidia is a genus with no known toxic principles for cats or dogs. The closely related Actinidia arguta is ASPCA non-toxic. Considered low-risk for pets based on genus data.

Is purple kiwi toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is purple kiwi toxic to cats?

No — purple kiwi 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. Actinidia purpurea is not individually listed by ASPCA, but Actinidia is a genus with no known toxic principles for cats or dogs. The closely related Actinidia arguta is ASPCA non-toxic. Considered low-risk for pets based on genus data.

Is purple kiwi safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists purple kiwi 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 purple kiwi toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Purple Kiwi is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full purple kiwi 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 purple kiwi pet-safety