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Is Ursula's Red Painted Fern toxic to cats?

Athyrium niponicum 'Ursula's Red'

Non-toxic to cats

No — ursula's red painted 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. Athyrium (lady ferns) are listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs. True ferns in the Athyriaceae family do not contain the toxic glycosides found in unrelated plants called 'ferns' (e.g. asparagus fern). Safe to grow around pets and children.

Is ursula's red painted fern toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is ursula's red painted fern toxic to cats?

No — ursula's red painted 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. Athyrium (lady ferns) are listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs. True ferns in the Athyriaceae family do not contain the toxic glycosides found in unrelated plants called 'ferns' (e.g. asparagus fern). Safe to grow around pets and children.

Is ursula's red painted fern safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists ursula's red painted 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 ursula's red painted fern toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Ursula's Red Painted Fern is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full ursula's red painted 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.

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