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Is Sempervivum 'Red Lion' toxic to cats?

Sempervivum 'Red Lion'

Non-toxic to cats

No — sempervivum 'red lion' 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. Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. Sempervivum is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the genus has no toxic members and is widely regarded as pet-safe, so 'Red Lion' poses no ingestion poisoning risk to pets; the sap can occasionally cause mild contact dermatitis in sensitive people.

Is sempervivum 'red lion' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is sempervivum 'red lion' toxic to cats?

No — sempervivum 'red lion' 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. Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. Sempervivum is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the genus has no toxic members and is widely regarded as pet-safe, so 'Red Lion' poses no ingestion poisoning risk to pets; the sap can occasionally cause mild contact dermatitis in sensitive people.

Is sempervivum 'red lion' safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists sempervivum 'red lion' 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 sempervivum 'red lion' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Sempervivum 'Red Lion' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full sempervivum 'red lion' 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 sempervivum 'red lion' pet-safety