Pet safety
Is Chinese Holly Fern toxic to dogs?
Cyrtomium devexiscapulae
No — chinese holly fern 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. Cyrtomium (holly ferns) are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA. No harmful principles have been reported for this genus. They are considered safe houseplants in homes with pets.
Is chinese holly fern toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is chinese holly fern toxic to dogs?
No — chinese holly fern 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. Cyrtomium (holly ferns) are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA. No harmful principles have been reported for this genus. They are considered safe houseplants in homes with pets.
Is chinese holly fern safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists chinese holly fern 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 chinese holly fern toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Chinese Holly Fern is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full chinese holly fern 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 chinese holly fern pet-safety
- Is chinese holly fern toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is chinese holly fern toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete chinese holly fern care guide