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Is Saintpaulia 'Winter Lace' toxic to cats?

Saintpaulia 'Winter Lace'

Non-toxic to cats

No — saintpaulia 'winter lace' 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. African violets (Saintpaulia) are classified by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs, with no toxic principle. 'Winter Lace' is a Saintpaulia cultivar and is considered pet-safe, though pets should still be discouraged from chewing the leaves.

Is saintpaulia 'winter lace' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is saintpaulia 'winter lace' toxic to cats?

No — saintpaulia 'winter lace' 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. African violets (Saintpaulia) are classified by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs, with no toxic principle. 'Winter Lace' is a Saintpaulia cultivar and is considered pet-safe, though pets should still be discouraged from chewing the leaves.

Is saintpaulia 'winter lace' safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists saintpaulia 'winter lace' 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 saintpaulia 'winter lace' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Saintpaulia 'Winter Lace' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full saintpaulia 'winter lace' 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.

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