Pet safety
Is Snapdragon vine toxic to cats?
Maurandya barclayana
No — snapdragon vine 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. The genus Maurandya (including Asarina/Maurandella) is listed as non-toxic to dogs by the ASPCA under 'Creeping Gloxinia'. No toxic compounds have been reported for cats or dogs. As with any plant material, large ingestions may cause mild stomach upset.
Is snapdragon vine toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is snapdragon vine toxic to cats?
No — snapdragon vine 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. The genus Maurandya (including Asarina/Maurandella) is listed as non-toxic to dogs by the ASPCA under 'Creeping Gloxinia'. No toxic compounds have been reported for cats or dogs. As with any plant material, large ingestions may cause mild stomach upset.
Is snapdragon vine safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists snapdragon vine 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 snapdragon vine toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Snapdragon vine is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full snapdragon vine 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 snapdragon vine pet-safety
- Is snapdragon vine toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is snapdragon vine toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete snapdragon vine care guide