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Is Walking Fern toxic to cats?

Asplenium rhizophyllum

Non-toxic to cats

No — walking 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. Asplenium is a true fern genus and is not on the ASPCA toxic list; true ferns are generally ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. No toxic principle is reported. Ingestion may still cause mild stomach upset in pets simply from eating plant fibre.

Is walking fern toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is walking fern toxic to cats?

No — walking 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. Asplenium is a true fern genus and is not on the ASPCA toxic list; true ferns are generally ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. No toxic principle is reported. Ingestion may still cause mild stomach upset in pets simply from eating plant fibre.

Is walking fern safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists walking 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 walking fern toxic to dogs too?

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