Is Silver lace fern toxic to cats?

No — silver lace fern 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. Not listed individually by the ASPCA under its species name, but the ASPCA lists the genus as "Silver Table Fern" (Pteris sp., family Pteridaceae) as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses, and every Pteris brake/table fern the ASPCA lists is non-toxic with none toxic. Do not confuse it with the toxic bracken fern (Pteridium), a different genus. As with any plant, nibbling can still cause mild stomach upset, so verify with your vet if your pet is a known chewer.

Yes — the ASPCA lists silver lace fern 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: Silver lace fern is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full silver lace fern 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.