Is Snapdragon Achimenes toxic to cats?

No — snapdragon achimenes 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. Achimenes (hot water plant / magic flower) is listed as non-toxic to dogs and cats by multiple horticultural sources aligned with ASPCA guidance for the Gesneriaceae family. Achimenes is not individually itemised on the ASPCA A-Z list, but the genus has no reported toxic principle. Ingestion of plant material may still cause mild GI upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists snapdragon achimenes 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: Snapdragon Achimenes is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full snapdragon achimenes 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.