Is Carrion Flower (Stapelia gigantea) toxic to cats?

No — carrion flower (stapelia gigantea) 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. Stapelia gigantea is not individually listed on the ASPCA database, but its same-genus relative Stapelia hirsuta (ASPCA "Carrion Flower 2," Hairy Toad Plant) is classified non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, and ASPCA lists no toxic Stapelia species. It is therefore considered low-risk rather than confirmed pet-safe; if your pet ingests a large amount or shows symptoms, verify with your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center.

Yes — the ASPCA lists carrion flower (stapelia gigantea) 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: Carrion Flower (Stapelia gigantea) is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full carrion flower (stapelia gigantea) 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.