Is Red Mombin toxic to cats?

No — red mombin 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. Spondias purpurea is not individually listed by ASPCA. The Anacardiaceae family includes some toxic members, but Spondias purpurea fruit is widely consumed by humans and animals with no reported systemic toxicity for companion animals documented in veterinary literature. No known toxic alkaloids or glycosides are present in the flesh. The hard seed pit remains a choking and obstruction hazard for pets.

Yes — the ASPCA lists red mombin 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Red Mombin is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full red mombin pet-safety guide for both species.

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.