Pet safety
Is Calathea 'Maui Queen' toxic to dogs?
Goeppertia louisae 'Maui Queen'
No — calathea 'maui queen' 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. The ASPCA lists Calathea (Calathea spp., family Marantaceae) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. 'Maui Queen' belongs to this group (Goeppertia is the reclassified name for many former Calathea), so it is considered pet-safe; no Calathea/Goeppertia is listed as toxic. As with any plant, nibbling may still cause mild stomach upset — verify with your vet if concerned.
Is calathea 'maui queen' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is calathea 'maui queen' toxic to dogs?
No — calathea 'maui queen' 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. The ASPCA lists Calathea (Calathea spp., family Marantaceae) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. 'Maui Queen' belongs to this group (Goeppertia is the reclassified name for many former Calathea), so it is considered pet-safe; no Calathea/Goeppertia is listed as toxic. As with any plant, nibbling may still cause mild stomach upset — verify with your vet if concerned.
Is calathea 'maui queen' safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists calathea 'maui queen' 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 'maui queen' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Calathea 'Maui Queen' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full calathea 'maui queen' 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 'maui queen' pet-safety
- Is calathea 'maui queen' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is calathea 'maui queen' toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete calathea 'maui queen' care guide