Is Wallich's Staghorn Fern toxic to cats?

No — wallich's staghorn 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. Platycerium alcicorne (African staghorn fern) and Platycerium bifurcatum (common staghorn fern) are both listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA. Platycerium wallichii belongs to the same genus with no reported toxic principles; it shares this safety profile, though it is not individually listed by ASPCA.

Yes — the ASPCA lists wallich's staghorn 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Wallich's Staghorn Fern is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full wallich's staghorn fern pet-safety guide for both species.

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.