Is Bird's Nest Fern 'Crissie' toxic to cats?

No — bird's nest fern 'crissie' 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Bird's nest fern (Asplenium nidus) is on the ASPCA non-toxic plant list and contains no toxic principle such as calcium oxalates; the 'Crissie' cultivar shares this status. Nibbling may cause only mild gastrointestinal upset from fibre, not poisoning.

Yes — the ASPCA lists bird's nest fern 'crissie' 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: Bird's Nest Fern 'Crissie' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full bird's nest fern 'crissie' 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.