Pet safety
Is White Temple Bells toxic to cats?
Smithiantha multiflora
No — white temple bells 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. Smithiantha is a gesneriad and is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats or dogs. The gesneriad family as a whole is widely regarded as non-toxic; no harmful compounds have been reported in this genus.
Is white temple bells toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is white temple bells toxic to cats?
No — white temple bells 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. Smithiantha is a gesneriad and is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats or dogs. The gesneriad family as a whole is widely regarded as non-toxic; no harmful compounds have been reported in this genus.
Is white temple bells safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists white temple bells 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 white temple bells toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: White Temple Bells is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full white temple bells 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 white temple bells pet-safety
- Is white temple bells toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is white temple bells toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete white temple bells care guide