Pet safety
Is Aeschynanthus 'Black Pagoda' toxic to dogs?
Aeschynanthus 'Black Pagoda'
No — aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; 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 as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (Lipstick Plant, Aeschynanthus humilis, family Gesneriaceae), with no toxic principles. Ingesting large amounts may still cause mild, short-lived gastrointestinal upset, as with most houseplants.
Is aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' toxic to dogs?
No — aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (Lipstick Plant, Aeschynanthus humilis, family Gesneriaceae), with no toxic principles. Ingesting large amounts may still cause mild, short-lived gastrointestinal upset, as with most houseplants.
Is aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog 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 aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Aeschynanthus 'Black Pagoda' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for dogs?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' pet-safety
- Is aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete aeschynanthus 'black pagoda' care guide