Pet safety
Is Toe toe toxic to cats?
Cortaderia richardii
No — toe toe 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. Cortaderia selloana (common pampas grass) is listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA; C. richardii belongs to the same genus with no reported toxic principles. However, the sharp-edged leaf blades can cause mechanical injury if chewed or handled.
Is toe toe toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is toe toe toxic to cats?
No — toe toe 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. Cortaderia selloana (common pampas grass) is listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA; C. richardii belongs to the same genus with no reported toxic principles. However, the sharp-edged leaf blades can cause mechanical injury if chewed or handled.
Is toe toe safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists toe toe 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 toe toe toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Toe toe is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full toe toe 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 toe toe pet-safety
- Is toe toe toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is toe toe toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete toe toe care guide