Pet safety
Is river clog plant toxic to cats?
Nematanthus fluminensis
No — river clog plant 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. Nematanthus fluminensis is a member of Gesneriaceae. The ASPCA lists goldfish plants in the Nematanthus genus as non-toxic to dogs and cats. N. fluminensis shares the same non-toxic family profile with no reported toxic compounds.
Is river clog plant toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is river clog plant toxic to cats?
No — river clog plant 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. Nematanthus fluminensis is a member of Gesneriaceae. The ASPCA lists goldfish plants in the Nematanthus genus as non-toxic to dogs and cats. N. fluminensis shares the same non-toxic family profile with no reported toxic compounds.
Is river clog plant safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists river clog plant 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 river clog plant toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: river clog plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full river clog plant 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 river clog plant pet-safety
- Is river clog plant toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is river clog plant toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete river clog plant care guide