Pet safety
Is Calathea Fasciata (Round-leaf Calathea) toxic to dogs?
Goeppertia fasciata
No — calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) 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 and dogs. As a Calathea/Goeppertia in the Marantaceae prayer-plant family, round-leaf calathea contains no insoluble calcium oxalates or other documented toxic principle and is safe around pets and children. As always, chewing foliage may cause mild, temporary stomach upset.
Is calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) toxic to dogs?
No — calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) 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 and dogs. As a Calathea/Goeppertia in the Marantaceae prayer-plant family, round-leaf calathea contains no insoluble calcium oxalates or other documented toxic principle and is safe around pets and children. As always, chewing foliage may cause mild, temporary stomach upset.
Is calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) 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 calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Calathea Fasciata (Round-leaf Calathea) is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) 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 calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) pet-safety
- Is calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete calathea fasciata (round-leaf calathea) care guide