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Is Shand's Gibbaeum toxic to cats?

Gibbaeum shandii

Non-toxic to cats

No — shand's gibbaeum 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. Gibbaeum belongs to the family Aizoaceae. It is not individually listed by ASPCA, but Aizoaceae mesembs (including related genera such as Lithops) appear on the ASPCA non-toxic list. No toxic principles have been reported for Gibbaeum in veterinary or horticultural literature.

Is shand's gibbaeum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is shand's gibbaeum toxic to cats?

No — shand's gibbaeum 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. Gibbaeum belongs to the family Aizoaceae. It is not individually listed by ASPCA, but Aizoaceae mesembs (including related genera such as Lithops) appear on the ASPCA non-toxic list. No toxic principles have been reported for Gibbaeum in veterinary or horticultural literature.

Is shand's gibbaeum safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists shand's gibbaeum 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 shand's gibbaeum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Shand's Gibbaeum is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full shand's gibbaeum 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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