Pet safety
Is Spartan Cliff Stonecrop toxic to cats?
Prometheum laconicum
Mildly. The ASPCA lists spartan cliff stonecrop as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Prometheum (formerly Rosularia) belongs to Crassulaceae subfamily Sempervivoideae. The genus is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Related Prometheum serpentinicum is listed as pet-safe by specialist nurseries, but Prometheum laconicum has no published toxicity data. Treat with caution and keep out of reach of pets and children until confirmed.
What to do if your cat ate spartan cliff stonecrop
- Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move spartan cliff stonecrop out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of spartan cliff stonecrop to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten spartan cliff stonecrop, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is spartan cliff stonecrop toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is spartan cliff stonecrop toxic to cats?
Mildly. The ASPCA lists spartan cliff stonecrop as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Prometheum (formerly Rosularia) belongs to Crassulaceae subfamily Sempervivoideae. The genus is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Related Prometheum serpentinicum is listed as pet-safe by specialist nurseries, but Prometheum laconicum has no published toxicity data. Treat with caution and keep out of reach of pets and children until confirmed.
What are the symptoms if a cat eats spartan cliff stonecrop?
Prometheum (formerly Rosularia) belongs to Crassulaceae subfamily Sempervivoideae. The genus is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Related Prometheum serpentinicum is listed as pet-safe by specialist nurseries, but Prometheum laconicum has no published toxicity data. Treat with caution and keep out of reach of pets and children until confirmed. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to spartan cliff stonecrop.
What should I do if my cat ate spartan cliff stonecrop?
Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.
Is spartan cliff stonecrop toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Spartan Cliff Stonecrop is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full spartan cliff stonecrop pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a cat-safe alternative to spartan cliff stonecrop?
For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Full spartan cliff stonecrop pet-safety
- Is spartan cliff stonecrop toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is spartan cliff stonecrop toxic to dogs?
- My cat ate spartan cliff stonecrop — emergency steps
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete spartan cliff stonecrop care guide