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Is Sea Urchin Cactus toxic to cats?

Echinopsis oxygona

Non-toxic to cats

No — sea urchin cactus 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. The ASPCA lists the Easter Lily Cactus (Echinopsis multiplex) as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses with no toxic principles identified, which covers the Echinopsis genus to which this species belongs. The remaining concern is mechanical injury from the spines, so keep it away from inquisitive pets.

Is sea urchin cactus toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is sea urchin cactus toxic to cats?

No — sea urchin cactus 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. The ASPCA lists the Easter Lily Cactus (Echinopsis multiplex) as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses with no toxic principles identified, which covers the Echinopsis genus to which this species belongs. The remaining concern is mechanical injury from the spines, so keep it away from inquisitive pets.

Is sea urchin cactus safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists sea urchin cactus 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 sea urchin cactus toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Sea Urchin Cactus is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full sea urchin cactus 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 sea urchin cactus pet-safety