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Is Wall Rue toxic to cats?

Asplenium ruta-muraria

Non-toxic to cats

No — wall rue 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. ASPCA-listed at the genus level as non-toxic: Asplenium species (e.g. Asplenium nidus, bird's nest fern, and Asplenium bulbiferum, king-and-queen fern) appear on the ASPCA non-toxic plant list for cats and dogs, with no toxic principle. Wall rue (Asplenium ruta-muraria) is a true spleenwort in the same genus with no known toxicity, so it is treated as pet-safe.

Is wall rue toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is wall rue toxic to cats?

No — wall rue 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. ASPCA-listed at the genus level as non-toxic: Asplenium species (e.g. Asplenium nidus, bird's nest fern, and Asplenium bulbiferum, king-and-queen fern) appear on the ASPCA non-toxic plant list for cats and dogs, with no toxic principle. Wall rue (Asplenium ruta-muraria) is a true spleenwort in the same genus with no known toxicity, so it is treated as pet-safe.

Is wall rue safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists wall rue 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 wall rue toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Wall Rue is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full wall rue 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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