Growli
Let's go

Pet safety

Is Yellow Ice Plant toxic to cats?

Delosperma nubigenum

Non-toxic to cats

No — yellow ice plant 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 lists Ice Plant (Lampranthus piquet, family Aizoaceae — the same family as Delosperma) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Delosperma nubigenum has no reported toxic principles. Classified as pet-safe.

Is yellow ice plant toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is yellow ice plant toxic to cats?

No — yellow ice plant 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 lists Ice Plant (Lampranthus piquet, family Aizoaceae — the same family as Delosperma) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Delosperma nubigenum has no reported toxic principles. Classified as pet-safe.

Is yellow ice plant safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists yellow ice plant 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 yellow ice plant toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Yellow Ice Plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full yellow ice plant 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 yellow ice plant pet-safety