Is Wrinkled Elatostema toxic to cats?

No — wrinkled elatostema 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. Elatostema rugosum is in the Urticaceae family, which has no documented toxic principles for companion animals. The genus Elatostema is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the family has no known alkaloids, oxalates, or other compounds associated with pet toxicity. No poisoning reports found in veterinary literature.

Yes — the ASPCA lists wrinkled elatostema 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: Wrinkled Elatostema is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full wrinkled elatostema 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.