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Is Spider Brake Fern toxic to cats?

Pteris multifida

Non-toxic to cats

No — spider brake 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. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs at genus level: the ASPCA lists Pteris sp. (silver table fern) on its non-toxic plant list, and the brake-fern genus Pteris carries no ASPCA toxicity warning. As always, eating large amounts may cause mild digestive upset, so discourage nibbling.

Is spider brake fern toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is spider brake fern toxic to cats?

No — spider brake 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs at genus level: the ASPCA lists Pteris sp. (silver table fern) on its non-toxic plant list, and the brake-fern genus Pteris carries no ASPCA toxicity warning. As always, eating large amounts may cause mild digestive upset, so discourage nibbling.

Is spider brake fern safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists spider brake 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.

Is spider brake fern toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Spider Brake Fern is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full spider brake fern 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 spider brake fern pet-safety