Pet safety
Is Red Jaboticaba toxic to cats?
Plinia peruviana
No — red jaboticaba 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. Plinia peruviana is not individually listed by the ASPCA as toxic. The genus Plinia (Myrtaceae) and the closely related jaboticaba family have no recognised veterinary toxins; the fruit is widely consumed by humans and wildlife without ill effects.
Is red jaboticaba toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is red jaboticaba toxic to cats?
No — red jaboticaba 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. Plinia peruviana is not individually listed by the ASPCA as toxic. The genus Plinia (Myrtaceae) and the closely related jaboticaba family have no recognised veterinary toxins; the fruit is widely consumed by humans and wildlife without ill effects.
Is red jaboticaba safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists red jaboticaba 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 red jaboticaba toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Red Jaboticaba is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full red jaboticaba 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 red jaboticaba pet-safety
- Is red jaboticaba toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is red jaboticaba toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete red jaboticaba care guide