Pet safety
Is Trailing Ice Plant toxic to cats?
Lampranthus spectabilis
No — trailing ice plant 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 ASPCA lists Lampranthus (ice plant) as non-toxic to cats and dogs; no toxic principle has been identified in this genus.
Is trailing ice plant toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is trailing ice plant toxic to cats?
No — trailing ice plant 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 ASPCA lists Lampranthus (ice plant) as non-toxic to cats and dogs; no toxic principle has been identified in this genus.
Is trailing ice plant safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists trailing ice plant 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 trailing ice plant toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Trailing Ice Plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full trailing ice plant 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 trailing ice plant pet-safety
- Is trailing ice plant toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is trailing ice plant toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete trailing ice plant care guide