Pet safety
Is 'Castelfranco' Radicchio toxic to dogs?
Cichorium intybus var. foliosum 'Castelfranco'
No — 'castelfranco' radicchio 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. Chicory (Cichorium intybus) is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant list and has a long, safe history in human and animal diets; chicory root is a routine, generally-recognised-as-safe prebiotic ingredient in commercial pet foods. No poisoning risk is reported, though large amounts of the inulin-rich root can cause loose stools or gas in sensitive dogs.
Is 'castelfranco' radicchio toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is 'castelfranco' radicchio toxic to dogs?
No — 'castelfranco' radicchio 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. Chicory (Cichorium intybus) is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant list and has a long, safe history in human and animal diets; chicory root is a routine, generally-recognised-as-safe prebiotic ingredient in commercial pet foods. No poisoning risk is reported, though large amounts of the inulin-rich root can cause loose stools or gas in sensitive dogs.
Is 'castelfranco' radicchio safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists 'castelfranco' radicchio 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 'castelfranco' radicchio toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: 'Castelfranco' Radicchio is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full 'castelfranco' radicchio 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 'castelfranco' radicchio pet-safety
- Is 'castelfranco' radicchio toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is 'castelfranco' radicchio toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete 'castelfranco' radicchio care guide